Chicago is lucky to have two baseball teams, the Cubs and the White Sox. Chicago has a large population to support two teams. Both teams agree in a “Peace Pact” to allow both major leauge teams to play in Chicago.
Chicago Cubs: The Chicago Cubs started in 1876 originally named the White Stockings, then changed a few times to Orphans, Infants, Remnants, Colts, and then in 1907 was named Cubs because of the amount of young baseball players on the team. The Cubs won the World Series in 1907 against the Detroit Tigers 4-0, then again in 1908 against the Detroit Tigers 4-1, then recently in 2016 against Cleveland Indians 4-3. In 1916 Weeghman Park was built, then later named Cubs Park in 1920, and now named Wrigley Field. Wrigley Field is located at 1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613.
White Sox: The Chicago White Sox started in 1894 originally named the Sioux City Cornhuskers as a minor league team and was bought by Charles Comiskey who brought them to St.Paul Minnesota. The team was relocated to the south side of Chicago, and was named White Sox after the Chicago Cubs original name, White Stockings. The White Sox won the World Series in 1906 against the Chicago Cubs 4-2, again in 1917 against the New York Giants 4-2, and then in 2005 against the Houston Astros 4-0. In 1991, Comiskey Park was built, then later named U.S Cellular Field in 2003, and now called the Guaranteed Rate Field. The Guaranteed Rate Field is located at 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616.
April 7, 2021 at 4:57 pm
Although I am not the biggest baseball fan out there, I know how prestigious the Cubs are in the city of Chicago. I think that the sports scene down in the Windy City is pretty legendary. From Michael Jordan’s legendary Chicago Bulls, to the Blackhawks, I think Chicago is well represented!
April 12, 2021 at 3:41 pm
Chicago having two baseball teams is something that everyone loves especially the rivalry between these teams. I would highly recommend going on a tour of Wrigley field, they talk about the history of this stadium. You also get to see a lot of things you wouldn’t see if you were to go to a game.
April 12, 2021 at 6:10 pm
I’m a huge Brewers fan so I hate the Cubs! But I do love watching the Brewers play them as the rivalry always makes for entertaining games. I have to respect the city for being able to support two professional teams.
April 13, 2021 at 2:57 pm
I love how you took the time to explain a little bit of history for each team.
April 13, 2021 at 9:41 pm
I’m not much of a sports fan, but all of the people I know from Illinois are. It was interesting to learn more about the teams.