Chicago Cubs vs. Athletics - September 17, 2024

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Athletics logo, Athletics 66-86, 1 2, 2 0, 3 1, 4 0, 5 1, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 4, H 9, E 0

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Cubs logo, Cubs 77-74, 1 0, 2 0, 3 2, 4 0, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 1, R 3, H 11, E 0

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WinnerM. Spence (8-9)

LoserJ. Wicks (2-4)

SaveM. Miller (26)

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Bot 3Ian Happ homers to center field.

Top 3Lawrence Butler homers to center field.

Top 1Shea Langeliers homers to center field. Brent Rooker scores.

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It was #OTD in 2015 that the #Cubs hit a postseason-record 6 home runs against the St. Louis Cardinals, winning NLDS Game 3 by the score of 8-6. The home runs were hit by Kyle Schwarber, Starlin Castro, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, Jorge Soler, and Dexter Fowler, marking the first

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Cubs still appear open to Clay Holmes reunion after his season ended on an awkward noteDespite not being a factor for the Chicago Cubs during the playoffs, Clay Holmes will be on the team's radar this offseason.

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Completely forgotten member of the 2026 Cubs elects minor league free agencyOwen Miller appeared in just one game for the 2026 Chicago Cubs and will take his defensive versatility into free agency this offseason.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong is named Baseball America’s MLB Player of the YearOne of many awards likely to come PCA’s way.

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A review of the first year of ABS challengesWe’ve now got a full season’s worth of data, so let’s take a deep dive.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong's Hank Aaron Award nod comes with a warning Cubs can't ignore in 2027Pete Crow-Armstrong is a Hank Aaron Award finalist but there's also a warning hiding in plain sight for the Chicago Cubs.

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Chicago Cubs news — Suzuki, Hoyer, RickettsWill Seiya stay or go? He’s one of several Cubs’ free agents that the front office need to make a tough decision on.

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Brewers beating Padres could finally settle one score Cubs fans have held against MilwaukeeThe Milwaukee Brewers look like the best National League team remaining in the playoffs, and that's a somber reality for the Chicago Cubs.

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4 Cubs players who should survive the offseason but enter 2027 with everything to proveThe Chicago Cubs have a numbers of players who will be back in 2027, but have to produce more than they did in 2026.

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Cubs BCB After Dark: Would you give Ian Happ a qualifying offer?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if Ian Happ should get a qualifying offer.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches another level of stardom with staggering $1 million card salePete Crow-Armstrong's 1/1 rookie debut patch card sold for $1.098M at auction, cementing the Chicago Cubs center fielder’s status as a true MLB superstar.

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MLB Division Series: White Sox at Guardians, Yankees at RaysThe American League series continue with the White Sox and Rays leading.

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Cubs Prospect Notes: AFL, Bailey, Cabada, Snell, Reid, Cabral, Meyer, More - Bleacher NationA whole bunch of Chicago Cubs prospect notes to get into as we begin the post-season (not the "postseason").

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Players Worse Than You Think 😖Analyzing which names were massive disappointments this year 📲

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Every Playoff Team's October X-Factor ❌Each squad's key to crushing the MLB postseason

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Realistic Offseason Trade Ideas 💡Assessing how the Guardians and Cubs could make a move ➡️

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Pete Crow-Armstrong is (Obviously) a Finalist for the 2026 Hank Aaron Award - Bleacher NationPete Crow-Armstrong was the best hitter in the NL this year by a country mile.

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Mesa Solar Sox: The Arizona Fall League is underwayThe Boys of Autumn take the field for the Mesa Solar Sox in the Arizona Fall League. Here are the Cubs in Mesa.

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Was Mason Miller Tipping His Pitches Last Night? - Bleacher NationThe Brewers may have given themselves an extra edge against the Padres.

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Kevin Gausman Signing with Blue Jays "Seems Likely" - Bleacher NationIf Kevin Gausman keeps playing, a report out of Toronto thinks a reunion is coming.

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Here are some Cubs arbitration projections for 2027The Cubs have 12 arb-eligible players. Some of them should not be retained.

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Former Cubs bullpen project quietly elects free agency after brief turn as closerCorbin Martin elected free agency after struggling to start the year with the Chicago Cubs, and finishing the season in Triple-A.

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Watching as Another Kid Really Enjoys His Balloon and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationWatching the Brewers doing so well in this series is a bit of a double whammy for the Cubs-connected ego.

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Javier Assad could be the one wrinkle in otherwise easy Cubs arbitration decisions for 2027The Chicago Cubs' have some straightforward arbitration decisions, but Javier Assad's decision will likely include some creativity.

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For the Second Offseason in a Row, There is a Shota Imanaga Question - Bleacher NationThis is the second offseason in a row where there's an open question about Shota Imanaga's possible return to the Cubs.

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — October 5Happy Birthday, Rey Sanchez!

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3 essential pieces of the Chicago Cubs future, and 2 players on the discard pile With massive roster turnover ahead, here are 3 vital players for the Chicago Cubs' 2027 season and 2 players they should move on from.

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MLB News Outside the Confines: The Postseason hits the roofAll the news from the playoffs, including Drew Rasmussen, Ty France and the Brewers.

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Free Agents by Velo, NPB Options, Happ, AFL Opening Night, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationGood morning, Bleacher Nation.

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Until Jed Hoyer and Tom Ricketts face hard truth, Cubs are destined to keep disappointing us allThe Chicago Cubs must take a long, hard look in the mirror this winter and, unless Jed Hoyer and Tom Ricketts face the facts, more disappointment lies ahead.

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MLB Division Series: Padres at Brewers, Braves at DodgersOn to Game 2 for the NL Division Series!

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Cubs can't seriously change their core philosophy without confronting Jed Hoyer questionChange has to start from the top, meaning Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer needs to re-think how he builds his teams this offseason.

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Shota Imanaga pours his heart out to Cubs fans with an offseason goodbye feeling necessaryThe 2026 Chicago Cubs' season didn't end in the way anyone wanted. After two lifeless games against the San Diego Padres in the wild card after a rough Septembe

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Ian Happ delivers emotional Cubs message that sounds like farewell despite signs of returnIan Happ continues to sound like someone who realizes that his future in baseball may not be with the Chicago Cubs. Marking potentially his final home game at W

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Chicago Cubs news — Counsell, Hoyer, HappThis is a gesture from Craig Counsell that he hopes to do less frequently and with a more effective bullpen in 2027.

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Cubs face painful Tarik Skubal free agency reality after Jeff Passan's latest intelIt's best to rip the band-aid off now.

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MLB Division Series Game 1 Recap 🎬Results, top highlights and more from every matchup Saturday 📲

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MLB Division Series: Yankees at Rays, Padres at BrewersHere’s all the info for Saturday’s Division Series night games.

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Alex Bregman's blunt 2026 Cubs assessment should serve as wake up call for Jed HoyerDon't let this fall on deaf ears.