Cubs 2, Marlins 1: Pete Crow-Armstrong gets to 40/40, and the postseason ticket is punched
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Key Points:
- The Chicago Cubs clinched a National League wild-card berth after defeating the Miami Marlins 2-1 at Wrigley Field, marking their second consecutive postseason appearance for the first time since 2015-18.
- Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong achieved a historic 40-homer, 40-steal season, becoming only the seventh MLB player to do so, joining elite company like Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuña Jr.
- Matthew Boyd delivered a strong pitching performance with his best start at Wrigley Field this season, helping the Cubs secure the win despite early offensive struggles with runners in scoring position.
- The Cubs bullpen, led by Ryan Zeferjahn, successfully closed out the game, securing the postseason spot amid a series that was challenging but ultimately rewarding.
- The Cubs will play a doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox on Friday, with game times at 12:05 p.m. and 5:05 p.m. CT, as they prepare to enter October postseason play.
