What’s better than the Cardinals missing the playoffs? The Chicago Cubs making the playoffs and actually having a chance. The Cubbies are ESPN’s pick to win it all, baby.

The Cubs start things off on the road against Arizona Diamondbacks tonight at 9 PM CST (TBS). Carlos Zambrano will get the start. For more info, head over to the Cubs official site.

(And here’s a great Cubs drinking game if that’s your thing.)