MLB 2026 · NL Central
Chicago Cubs postseason scenarios
Chicago Cubs clinch with 5 more wins on their own, even if every rival wins out.
Magic
5
Tragic
-
Division magic
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Cannot win the division on their own
📊 NL Central
| Team | W-L | PCT | GB | Magic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Brewers | 95-58 | .621 | - | In |
| Chicago Cubs | 85-68 | .556 | 10.0 | 5 |
| Pittsburgh Pirates | 76-77 | .497 | 19.0 | - |
| St. Louis Cardinals | 75-78 | .490 | 20.0 | Out |
| Cincinnati Reds | 71-82 | .464 | 24.0 | Out |
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📋 Recent games
Thu, Sep 17 · KST
- FinalAtlanta Braves4 : 8Chicago Cubs
Wed, Sep 16 · KST
- FinalAtlanta Braves6 : 3Chicago Cubs
Tue, Sep 15 · KST
- FinalAtlanta Braves3 : 7Chicago Cubs
Mon, Sep 14 · KST
- FinalPittsburgh Pirates4 : 3Chicago Cubs
Sun, Sep 13 · KST
- FinalPittsburgh Pirates3 : 4Chicago Cubs
Sat, Sep 12 · KST
- FinalPittsburgh Pirates2 : 12Chicago Cubs
Thu, Sep 10 · KST
- FinalChicago Cubs6 : 8Milwaukee Brewers
Wed, Sep 9 · KST
- FinalChicago Cubs3 : 4Milwaukee Brewers
❓ FAQ
Can Chicago Cubs make the postseason?
Chicago Cubs clinch with 5 more wins on their own, even if every rival wins out.
How is the magic number computed?
Assume every rival wins all remaining games; the magic number is the minimum wins that still guarantee a spot. Ties count against the team, so it can show later than official.
Does the sixth-best record in the league make it?
Not necessarily. Division winners are in regardless of record, so a team with a better record can still miss out if it loses the wild-card race.
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Data: compiled directly from ESPN public records. Standings and scenarios are our own calculations and may differ from official announcements.