# Cubs Near Playoffs, White Sox Battle for Survival | Chicago White Sox News

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Podcast: [Chicago White Sox Today | 2 Minute News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicago-white-sox-today-2-minute-news-the-daily-news-now-7458111)
Published: 2026-09-18T16:59:30+00:00
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The Cubs are hot on the heels of a playoff berth, just five wins away and potentially clinching as early as this Saturday — their first back-to-back postseason appearances since 2017-18. Meanwhile, the White Sox cling to hope with nine games left, tied for first but needing a furious finish to stay alive. Pitchers are shifting roles, with Gausman adapting from rotation to bullpen, as teams prioritize depth for October. Crow-Armstrong’s fWAR surge hints at historic individual stats, but all eyes now turn to team success as both Chicago clubs race toward the playoffs. 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.chicagotribune.com/2026/09/18/chicago-baseball-report-cubs-sox-playoffs/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/558320eef83eb089 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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