The task is simple now for the Cubs (82-77) after being swept in Atlanta: They basically have to sweep the Brewers (90-69) this weekend to have any chance of making the playoffs. Milwaukee has nothing to play for after clinching the National League Central, so it is unclear what kind of effort they will give.
The Cubs have left themselves almost no margin for error and the odds are very much against them but maybe they can pull a surprise. At this point, it would be nice if they could even get one more win before the season ends Sunday.