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Arrieta, Rizzo and Rookies lead Cubs to playoff berth

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The Chicago Cubs are back in the postseason for the first time since 2008 and looking for their first postseason win since 2003.

Before we look ahead, let's look back at the keys to the Cubs' impressive season, one that ended a streak of six consecutive losing campaigns for the North Siders.

Rookie contributions

The Cubs have been led by All-Star first baseman Anthony Rizzo, who became just the second left-handed hitter in team history to post multiple 30-home run seasons (Billy Williams, 5x).