A Documentary Film

Chicago Cubs

Est. 1876

The Chicago Cubs are one of the oldest and most storied franchises in professional sports. Founded in 1876, the Cubs are the oldest continuously operating professional sports franchise in North America. The team has won three World Series championships, most recently in 2016, ending a 108-year...

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The Film

Chapters

Origins

The Beginning

The Rise

Building a Legacy

The Cubs defeated the Tigers in their first World Series appearance. The series featured a tie in Game 1 called due to darkness (this was before lights were common).

The Work

Defining Moments

The 1906 Cubs' .763 winning percentage remains the best in MLB history. All-Time Franchise Records Overall Record (1876-Present) Total Games: 22,000+ Overall Record: 11,000-10,500 (.512 winning percentage) World Series Championships: 3 NL Pennants: 17 Division Titles: 8 Wild Card Berths:...

The Peak

Greatest Achievements

Cub" is the most beloved player in franchise history. Banks was known for his sunny disposition ("Let's play two!") and his powerful bat.

The Legacy

Lasting Impact

The Cubs-Cardinals rivalry is one of the most intense in baseball, with both teams competing in the National League Central.

In Their Words

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Curse of the Billy Goat

— Chicago Cubs

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Tinker to Evers to Chance

— Chicago Cubs History

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Curse of the Billy Goat.

— Chicago Cubs Championships

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is the most beloved player in franchise history. Banks was known for his sunny disposition (

— Chicago Cubs Legendary Players

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Sweet Swingin' Billy

— Chicago Cubs Legendary Players

The Work

Innovations

Year	Title	Role/Impact	Type
1876	Franchise History	Competition	Achievement
1876	Early History	Competition	Achievement
1908	The Curse and Redemption	Competition	Achievement
2016	Current Status	Competition	Achievement
1876	Ownership History	Competition	Achievement
1907	Historical Significance	Competition	Achievement