Cubs World Series Appearances

The Chicago Cubs' Historic World Series Appearances

A Century of Heartbreak and Triumph

The Chicago Cubs are one of the most storied franchises in baseball history, with a rich tradition that dates back to the late 19th century. However, for much of their history, the Cubs were also known for their futility, having gone 108 years without winning a World Series title. That all changed in 2016, when the Cubs finally broke their curse and won their first championship in over a century. The Cubs' World Series appearances have been a rollercoaster of emotions, from the heartbreak of losing to the bitter disappointment of coming close but falling short, to the ultimate triumph of finally winning it all. Here is a look back at some of the most memorable moments in Cubs' World Series history:

1908 World Series

The Cubs' first World Series appearance came in 1908, when they faced the Detroit Tigers. The Tigers were heavily favored, but the Cubs pulled off a stunning upset, winning the series in four games. This was the Cubs' first World Series title, and it remains one of the most memorable in franchise history.

1945 World Series

The Cubs returned to the World Series in 1945, where they faced the Detroit Tigers once again. This time, the Tigers got their revenge, winning the series in seven games. The Cubs came close to winning Game 7, but Hank Greenberg hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Tigers the victory.

1969 World Series

The Cubs' next World Series appearance came in 1969, when they faced the New York Mets. The Mets were a Cinderella team that had surprised everyone by winning the National League pennant. The Cubs were favored to win the series, but the Mets pulled off another upset, winning the series in five games.

2003 World Series

The Cubs returned to the World Series in 2003, where they faced the Florida Marlins. The Marlins were a young team that had won the World Series just two years earlier. The Cubs were favored to win the series, but the Marlins once again pulled off an upset, winning the series in six games.

2016 World Series

The Cubs' long World Series drought finally came to an end in 2016, when they defeated the Cleveland Indians in a thrilling seven-game series. The Cubs trailed 3-1 in the series, but they rallied to win the final three games and claim their first World Series title in 108 years. The Cubs' World Series victory was a historic moment for the franchise and for the city of Chicago. It was a long time coming, but it was finally worth the wait.