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The Chicago Cubs Magic Number: 13
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Brewers scuff up Sonny Gray in 4-2 victory over Reds, magic number for postseason down to one - Brew Crew Ball
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Cubs magic number: How close is Chicago to clinching playoff berth? NL Wild Card standings - DraftKings Network
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Here is the Cubs' magic number for an MLB playoff berth
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MLB playoff picture: Projected matchups, who has better chance of deep run if season ended Monday - The Athletic
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MLB magic numbers, schedules: Marlins pass Cubs for last NL wild card (9/22/23)
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Chicago Cubs Playoff Update: Magic Number, Potential Playoff Opponents – NBC Chicago
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SF Giants' magic number is 1 after sweeping Cubs
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Chicago Cubs magic number entering crucial series against the Pittsburgh Pirates
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Cubs Blow Chance to Cut Magic Number
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Milwaukee Brewers NL Central Magic Number After Shutout Win Over Cardinals, Cubs Loss
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MLB standings 2021: Updated playoff bracket, magic numbers as of Sept. 20