Chicago Cubs and White Sox Qualify for MLB Playoffs
Both Chicago baseball teams, the Cubs and the White Sox, have qualified for the MLB playoffs. The Cubs are set to play the Padres in San Diego, while the White Sox will face the Astros in Houston.
Chicago, IL, September 27, 2026 — The city of Chicago will be represented by both of its Major League Baseball teams in the upcoming postseason. The Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox have both secured berths in the MLB playoffs, marking a significant achievement for the city’s baseball landscape.
The Cubs are slated to begin their playoff journey with a series against the San Diego Padres. This matchup is scheduled to take place in San Diego. Further details regarding the specific schedule, including dates and game times for the Cubs’ playoff games, were not immediately provided.
Concurrently, the Chicago White Sox have also earned a spot in the expanded playoffs. Their first opponent will be the Houston Astros. The White Sox are set to play the Astros in Houston. As with the Cubs’ series, comprehensive details about the White Sox’s playoff schedule were not available.
The qualification of both Chicago teams underscores a notable season for the city’s professional baseball franchises. The league has confirmed the matchups, setting the stage for potential interleague play within the playoff structure. Fans will be looking forward to the start of the postseason action as both teams aim to advance through the tournament rounds.
The specific date for the commencement of the MLB playoffs has not been stated. Information regarding player rosters, starting pitchers, and ticket availability for the initial playoff games was not included in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Steve Greenberg on chicago.suntimes.com, see more information here.
