Cubs in for a near-lock playoff berth, with the wild-card as the path and a potential rematch against Dodgers or Padres looming. Home-field diplomacy hinges on division records, and Chicago’s edge vs LA in the season series could shape a Wrigley-hosted three-game set. Padres’ interdivision mark and tiebreakers against NL Central foes also factor into who hosts. Amaya and Happ provide late-inning punch that keeps Cubs fans optimistic about any short series.

Fan voting is encouraged as the Cubs’ playoff fate hinges on those tiebreakers and matchup vibes: Cubs vs Dodgers looks likeliest to bring nostalgic drama, with Dodgers' pitching depth testing Chicago’s lineup. Padres present a tougher grind, but the Cubs’ recent rallies hint at a postseason-ready resilience that fantasy managers should monitor as the finale approaches.