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The Chicago Cubs suffered a crucial 6-3 loss to the Atlanta Braves, with late-game two-run homers securing the series win for the Braves. This defeat also allowed the Milwaukee Brewers to clinch their division, further complicating the Cubs' playoff push. Meanwhile, shortstop Dansby Swanson's rehab plan remains uncertain, and pitcher Shelby Miller has been shut down for the season.

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Acuña, Albies, Baldwin hit late 2-run homers that lift Braves over Cubs 6-3 — Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies hit late two-run homers, securing a 6-3 victory for the Braves over the Cubs and claiming the three-game series.

Chicago Cubs SS Dansby Swanson’s rehab plan is up in the air, and RHP Shelby Miller shut down for the season — Cubs RHP Shelby Miller has been shut down for the remainder of the season, while SS Dansby Swanson's rehab plan is still being evaluated.