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An entertaining and heartfelt look at the ties of hope, faith, and optimism that bind Cubs fans together. Also offers unique insight into what it means to be a true Cubs fans by exploring how deeply the histories of the city of Chicago and its Cubs are intertwined. Featuring interviews with an all-star cast of Cubs fans, Cubs legends, and experts, and remarkable historical images, including dozens of rare and never-before-seen photos from the earliest...
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Cubs Forever celebrates the 60-year romance between the team, the superstation, and the fans. It brings to life some of the great games and moments in the team's history, such as Ernie Banks' 500th home run, the first night game at Wrigley Field, and four no-hitters. Add in stories from the men who work behind the scenes at Wrigley and WGN, plus interviews with the team's many stars over this six-decade period, and you have a baseball bonanza for...
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Wrigley Field is a time capsule that harkens back to a simpler era. It has been home to many greats, including Billy Williams, Ron Santo, Ferguson Jenkins, Ryno, and Ernie Banks. From neighborhood fans lining the rooftops of adjacent buildings to Harry Caray leading a charming rendition of 'Take Me Out to the Ballgame, ' the ballpark's traditions are as numerous as they are timeless. Celebrate a century of the greatest moments and best personalities...
4) Chicago Cubs
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An entertaining and heartfelt look at the ties of hope, faith, and optimism that bind Cubs fans together. Also offers unique insight into what it means to be a true Cubs fans by exploring how deeply the histories of the city of Chicago and its Cubs are intertwined. Featuring interviews with an all-star cast of Cubs fans, Cubs legends, and experts, and remarkable historical images, including dozens of rare and never-before-seen photos from the earliest...
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Built in 1914, Wrigley Field is the last of the "jewel box designed" ballparks that were popular in the early part of the 20th century. It is now the only professional ballpark with a hand turned scoreboard and ivy covered walls. Although Wrigley Field has been home to the Chicago Cubs since 1916, it has yet to see the Cubs win a World Series. The Cubs won their last World Series in 1908 at the old West Side Park. Wrigley Field has seen an endless...
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With five outs remaining in Game 6 of the 2003 National League Championship Series, a foul ball descended from the cold Chicago sky. As a flurry of hands reached for the ball, it was fatefully tipped away from the outstretched glove of outfielder Moises Alou. Steve Bartman instantly became the focus of rage for long-suffering Cubs fans everywhere. Filmmaker Alex Gibney explores the phenomenon of scapegoating through the lenses of two infamous moments...
8) We believe
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Celebrates the relationship between a great city, Chicago, and its baseball team, the Cubs.
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