Tag: Chicago Cubs

Musings of a deep generalist

Rogers Centre, Toronto

Week of August 23-29, 2021

Chicago White Sox schedule and results – Week of August 23-29, 2021

Wrigley Field, Chicago

Week of August 2-8, 2021

Chicago White Sox schedule and results – Week of August 2-8, 2021

Craig Kimbrel RHP 46 (Cubs)

White Sox Acquire Craig Kimbrel

July 30—The Chicago Cubs trade veteran right-handed closer and 8x All-Star Craig Kimbrel to the White Sox for injured second baseman Nick Madrigal (sad face) and RHP Codi Heuer.

Ryan Tepera RHP (Cubs)

White Sox Acquire Ryan Tepera

July 29—The Chicago Cubs trade right-handed reliever Ryan Tepera to the White Sox for Minor Leage LHP Bailey Horn.

Wrigley Field Organist Gary Pressy

Wrigley Field Organist Celebrates 2,500 Games

Gary Pressy has played the organ at every Cubs home game since he became the sole organist at Wrigley field in 1987.

First Night Game at Wrigley

The first-ever night game at Wrigley Field was scheduled for 8-8-88 (August 8, 1988, at 6:05 PM) against the Phillies. Prior to July 1988, when installation of the lights was completed, Wrigley Field had for years been the only Major League ballpark that lacked the lighting necessary for night games.