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The Chicago Cubs are heading toward October, and their biggest X-factor could ultimately determine how far this team goes in the MLB playoffs. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman break down the players who could shape the Cubs’ postseason run, including Ben Brown, Kevin Gausman, Daniel Palencia, Dansby Swanson, Matt Shaw and Alex Bregman. From pitching to defense and timely hitting, which Cubs player will be the difference-maker when October arrives? With the Cubs playoff push heating up, the CHGO Cubs crew examines who could be the key to a deep postseason run.
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"Cubs’ BIGGEST X-FACTOR Could Decide Their Playoff Run!" is an episode of CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast. Runtime 8 min. Published August 25, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
