The Chicago Cubs are one of the oldest franchises in professional baseball, founded in 1874 and based in Chicago, Illinois. They play at Wrigley Field, one of the most iconic ballparks in the Major Leagues, and compete in the National League Central. With a current record of 57-44, the team keeps chasing a competitive edge in one of the toughest divisions in baseball.
| Name | Chicago Cubs |
| League | Major League Baseball |
| Division | National League · Central |
| City | Chicago |
| Ballpark | Wrigley Field |
| Founded | 1874 |
| Record | 57-44 (.564) |
History
The Cubs came to life in the 19th century as one of the first professional teams in the Major Leagues. Over more than 140 years, the franchise has lived through cycles of glory and drought, establishing itself as one of the historic pillars of the sport in the United States.
The team played for decades at West Side Park before moving to Wrigley Field in 1916, a ballpark that became its permanent home and a symbol of Chicago’s identity. Despite the hard times, the Cubs kept a loyal fan base that stuck with them even through the franchise’s most difficult stretches.
Titles and honors
The Cubs won the 2016 World Series, snapping a 108-year championship drought. That title was historic not only for the franchise but for the entire city of Chicago, which celebrated the end of one of the greatest curses in professional sports. Before that, the team had won championships in the early days of the Major Leagues, cementing its legacy as an institution of North American baseball.
Current season
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Season | 2026 (in progress) |
| Record | 57-44 |
| PCT | .564 |
| Standing | #2 in National League · Central |
| Games back | 6.5 |
| Streak | W1 |
Key players
Among the Cubs’ historic idols, Ernie Banks stands out, nicknamed Mr. Cub, who played 19 seasons with the franchise and became a symbol of loyalty and passion. Billy Williams and Ron Santo also left their mark as offensive pillars of the 1960s and ’70s. In more recent times, Ryne Sandberg was key in the ’80s as an elite second baseman.
The current team features young talent like Javier Assad, Shota Imanaga and Pete Crow-Armstrong, who represent the future of the franchise and aim to uphold the winning legacy that began in 2016.
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Did you know?
The Cubs have one of the oldest rivalries in baseball with the Chicago White Sox, crosstown teams that have competed since the late 19th century. On top of that, Wrigley Field famously had no lights for night games until 1988, which made it unique in the Major Leagues and turned every game into a special event under the Chicago sun.
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