The Chicago Cubs entered the final week of the regular season in control of their own destiny as they aimed to secure the top spot in the National League Wild Card. After a weekend sweep by the Cincinnati Reds, the Cubs welcomed the New York Mets to Wrigley Field on Tuesday, and it was another reminder that the team is playing with a sense of urgency.
Despite the Cubs having a 6-1 lead over the Mets at one point, an early exit from Cade Horton and implosion from the bullpen led to the North Siders losing 9-7.