Coverage dated September 20, 2026

Crow-Armstrong hits 45th homer as Cubs beat Reds 9-1, edge closer to playoff berth

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CINCINNATI (AP) — Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 45th home run as the Chicago Cubs moved closer to clinching a postseason berth with a 9-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. Chicago (87-69) reduced its magic number to one and could wrap up a berth if the Diamondbacks lose to the Yankees later …

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    Crow-Armstrong hits 45th homer as Cubs beat Reds 9-1, edge closer to playoff berth (opens WGN Chicago)

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    CINCINNATI (AP) — Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 45th home run as the Chicago Cubs moved closer to clinching a postseason berth with a 9-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. Chicago (87-69) reduced its magic number to one and could wrap up a berth if the Diamondbacks lose to the Yankees later …

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