The Chicago Cubs come into action on Wednesday with a chance to clinch a playoff spot, something they haven't done in five seasons.

The Cubs moved to within striking distance of a playoff berth when they defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Tuesday night, and two other game results also helped them get closer to a postseason spot.

Here’s what you need to know.

National League Central Standings:

Milwaukee Brewers – 92-59

Chicago Cubs – 87-64 (5 GB)

National League Wild Card Standings:

Chicago Cubs – 87-64

San Diego Padres – 82-69 (5 GB of Cubs)

New York Mets – 78-73 (4 GB of Padres)

Arizona Diamondbacks – 77-75 (1.5 GB of Mets)

Cincinnati Reds – 75-76 (3 GB of Mets)

San Francisco Giants – 75-76 (3 GB of Mets)

What is the Cubs' magic number?

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