Cubs Push for Playoffs with Ayers | Chicago Cubs News

The Cubs are surging with 74 wins and are hot on the Brewers’ heels in the NL Central, riding a six-game win streak as they eye a wild-card push. To supercharge their playoff chances, insiders suggest calling up top prospect Owen Ayers—the No. 6 overall talent in the system—whose .272 batting average, power, and versatility at catcher, first base, and outfield could be game-changing. With just under a month to go, adding him to the 40-man roster before Sept. 1 would make him postseason eligible, giving Chicago a potent mix of youth, flexibility, and firepower as they chase October magic. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6e4fae55b70d3c8e