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Cubs' loss to Cards leaves door open for Crew

CHICAGO -- It will all come down to Game 162.

The Cubs lost, 2-1, to the Cardinals on Saturday, meaning they might need a win in the regular-season finale to determine their next step in the postseason.

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The Cubs could have clinched their third straight National League Central title with a win on Saturday plus a Brewers loss to the Tigers on Saturday night. Chicago began the day with a one-game lead over Milwaukee, which can pull into a tie with a victory tonight.

What's certain is that the Cubs and Brewers are both headed to the playoffs.