# Cubs’ Wild Card Race Hangs in Balance | Chicago Cubs News

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Podcast: [Chicago Cubs News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicago-cubs-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7460433)
Published: 2026-09-16T15:50:13+00:00
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The Cubs’ wild-card hopes took a hit Tuesday as they fell 6-3 to the Braves, crumbling from a 3-0 lead thanks to bullpen woes. Jacob Webb’s recent struggles—highlighted by a go-ahead homer—have spiked his ERA, while Edward Cabrera, making his first bullpen appearance since returning from injury, looked sharp early before surrendering two more runs. With just ten games left and Milwaukee already locked into the division, Chicago’s slim playoff window is tightening fast. Shota Imanaga takes the mound today in a must-win rubber match as the Cubs fight to stay ahead of the Phillies and Padres. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/onsi/3-takeaways-after-cubs-bullpen-problems-on-full-display-in-crucial-loss-to-braves-15 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d43ee89491fd4795 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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