The Chicago Cubs beat the Padres 3-1 on Tuesday. The team won its first playoff game since October 18, 2017.

They have a chance to clinch tomorrow in Game 2 vs. the Padres.

Here’s what to know before the Cubs play Game 2 of the NL Wild Card tomorrow.

The perfect Cubs bullpen

The Cubs’ roster of pitchers has earned everything they’ve gotten this season. The Cubs’ bullpen had been questioned most of the season. Matthew Boyd was a journeyman who wasn’t expected to be a Game 1 starter in the playoffs.

The two combined for a stellar day on Tuesday, keeping the Padres lineup in check, giving their own offense a chance to get their bearings and, ultimately, giving the Cubs a chance to clinch a spot in the NL Divisional series on Wednesday.

Boyd’s 4.1-inning outing wasn’t perfect by any mean

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