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Paul Sullivan: Cubs biggest weapon in the postseason may be closer Wade Davis

There are no sure bets in October, but the one big edge the Cubs seemingly have in this National League Division Series against the Nationals is closer Wade Davis.

History tells us he was made for the big stage, and now he's back again after a one-year absence.

In 23 postseason appearances with the Rays and the Royals, including one start in 2010 in Tampa Bay, Davis has compiled a sterling 0.84 ERA.

Ben Zobrist, who played with Davis on the Royals' 2015 championship

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