Sean Sears

Joined: May 26, 2026

Sean Sears is a contributor for Sports Illustrated Cubs who previously wrote for NBC Sports Chicago and FanSided. He also worked as a producer at 104.3 The Score, running baseball shows like Hit & Run and Inside the Clubhouse. A graduate of Iowa State University, Sean lives in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood and spends his free time walking his dog around Wrigley Field and listening to Cubs games from his patio.

Sep 30, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; Chicago Cubs dugout looks on in the ninth inning against the San Diego Padres during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

The Cubs dropping both games in Boston means Wrigley Field will likely not host a Wild Card game.

Sep 23, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Ryan Rolison (33) reacts against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

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The Chicago Cubs have now fallen to second in the Wild Card picture thanks to their most recent series loss.

Sep 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki (27) scores against the Miami Marlins during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

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What a ballgame! The Chicago Cubs (88-69) pulled out a walk-off 3-2 win over the Miami Marlins (76-81) , officially claiming their bid for the 2026 postseason.

Sep 9, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) looks on after striking out during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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The Cubs got swept by the Brewers in Milwaukee despite a late rally.

Aug 25, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Jacob Webb reacts after giving up a walk off home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Another bullpen meltdown in the 9th allows the Brewers to walk off the Cubs in the 10th

Jun 14, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell (11) looks on in the dugout before a game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

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A rough night for the Cubs on the pitching and defensive front, Craig Counsell is rolling out arguable his best defensive lineup available to him. The Cubs los

Sep 30, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Daniel Palencia (48) throws the ball against the San Diego Padres during game one of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

The Chicago Cubs and Craig Counsell have a very serious bullpen problem right now.

Jun 20, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Matt Shaw (6) hits a three-run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the second inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

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Pete Crow-Armstrong may have jumped out front in the NL MVP race, but the Chicago Cubs are currently tied with the Philadelphia Phillies for the top Wild Card s

Jul 27, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) throws out St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Blaze Jordan (33) (not pictured) at first base in the third inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Puetz-Imagn Images

As the Chicago Cubs look to get back on a winning track, let's go over a few key notes.

Aug 29, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) pats his back after he hit a three-run home run against the Cincinnati Reds during the seventh inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

PCA gave the 150th Cubs anniversary team a show this Saturday afternoon!

Aug 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher David Peterson (19) throws the ball against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

The Chicago Cubs' bullpen left the team with too much ground to make up.

Oct 2, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Daniel Palencia (48) reacts against the San Diego Padres during game three of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

The Cubs blew this one, tonight. The Chicago Cubs (76-57) led the Arizona Diamondbacks (70-63) 4-0 going into the 8th inning of tonight's game, but the Diamon

Sean Sears

Joined: May 26, 2026

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Cubs vs Brewers Lineup: Taylor in for Happ, Shaw's Status, Amaya at DH, More

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