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Cubs Secure NL Wild Card Spot Behind PCA's MVP Performance

The Chicago Cubs have officially qualified for the National League Wild Card round, driven by PCA's standout season.

1 publisher · 1 article · first seen 25 Sept 2026 · updated 43d ago

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How the odds moved · Will the Chicago Cubs win the 2026 World Series?
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  • Will the Chicago Cubs win the 2026 World Series? — resolved “No” on 1 Oct 2026. The Yes outcome requires the Chicago Cubs to win the 2026 World Series. The No outcome applies if any other team wins or if the Cubs are eliminated from contention before the final game. Readers often mistake the end of the regular season for the resolution deadline, but the market stays open until the World Series concludes.

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