Cubs vs Diamondbacks Wild Card Showdown | Chicago Cubs News

The Cubs are clinging to the top Wild Card spot in a high-stakes three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, who are hot on their heels. After a brutal two-game skid in Seattle, Chicago erupted for 19 runs in their last outing, fueled by grand slams from Pedro Ramirez and Ian Happ — exactly the firepower they need now. Meanwhile, Arizona’s momentum is derailed by off-field drama: second baseman Ketel Marte is sidelined and reportedly spotted at a casino during a game, adding pressure to an already tense roster. On the mound, Cubs’ Kevin Gausman seeks redemption after a thumb cramp disrupted his last start, while Arizona’s Merrill Kelly is struggling with walks and runs — and the Cubs have history beating him. This isn’t just another series — it’s playoff chess with the Wild Card on the line. 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/00c33a26a07a4a12