Cubs host Blue Jays with an eye on wild-card chase

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Nothing is easy these days for the Chicago Cubs, who are battling to stay within striking distance in the crowded National League wild-card race.

The Cubs will try to build some much-needed momentum when they continue a three-game series against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday.

Chicago had a seemingly comfortable 5-2 lead disappear in the ninth inning on Friday,