The Los Angeles Dodgers had clinched the National League West title with Thursday’s victory against the Cincinnati Reds, making it five consecutive division titles and 13 in 14 years, leaving the residue of that celebration in their wake.

It took 56 years, but Pete Crow-Armstrong broke Billy Williams’ Cubs record for home runs by a left-handed hitter. “Ain’t no telling what this kid is going to do in Chicago,” Williams said.

Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman was forced to leave Sunday’s game after a freak accident during the ballgame. Bregman was standing in the on-deck circle in the top of the fourth inning when first baseman Michael Busch hit a foul ball. That ball struck Bregman in the head, and he was immediately removed from the game.

Here is Sunday's MLB playoff clinching scenario for the Cubs.

Dansby Swanson spoke after the Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday. He recently returned from injury.

For a Chicago Cubs team trying to secure the NL’s top wild-card spot, there were ample moments Friday night that they might dwell on as missed opportunities.

Dansby Swanson is getting a (semi-planned) day off after returning to the Cubs on Friday and playing back-to-back days this weekend. So no worries there; Craig Counsell said this would happen. So that opens up shortstop for Nico Hoerner (batting sixth) and second base for Pedro Ramirez (batting eighth).

On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs will finish their series with the Reds in Cincinnati, Ohio. They are coming off a 5-2 win on Saturday. Dansby Swanson had two hits, including one home run. For Sunday’s game, the Cubs have announced their starting lineup. Swanson has been removed from the lineup on Sunday.

Chicago Cubs reliever Daniel Palencia has had a rollercoaster season. Last year’s leader in saves dealt with oblique and elbow issues much of the first half and hadn’t looked at himself since returning.