Chicago Cubs Yesterday Today

Open this book and explore the life and times of one of the most storied franchises in all of professional sports, the Chicago Cubs. Pairing historical black-and-white images with contemporary photographs of the modern game, Chicago Cubs Yesterday & Today celebrates more than a century of ups and downs in the history of the team and its legions of rabid fans. The book examines the ballparks, the teams, the players, and the colorful characters that have defined Cubs baseball and earned the loyalty of fans nationwide. Photos and text trace the history of the ball club from its origins in the 1870s to the latest accomplishments on the field, comparing the diamond heroes of today with those of yesteryear. In these pages you will encounter legendary batsmen from the Cubs roster, hitters like Cap Anson, Ernie Banks, Ron Santo, Ryne Sandberg, Sammy Sosa, and Derrek Lee. Youll see the dominating pitchers, from Mordecai "Three Finger" Brown to Carlos Zambrano. And youll meet the stars of the broadcast booth---Jack Brickhouse, Ronald Reagan, Harry Caray---and other behind-the-scenes figures who have played a revolutionary role in the development of the team and the game of baseball. A feast for Cubs fans and baseball aficionados, this journey through more than a hundred years of Chicago baseball encapsulates our national pastime at its best. It is the next best thing to a seat at Wrigley Field on a sunny summer afternoon.

Beginning with the premise that there is no other rivalry in team sports like that between the Cubs and the White Sox this work traces the history of the antagonism (and, at times, open hostility) between the fans of the two clubs. Of special interest is the baseball culture that is fostered in Chicago, as well as a recounting of the memorable on-field moments between the two teams. There are 50 photographs and two essays that deal with the question of bias at the Chicago Tribune.

Pairing historical black-and-white images with contemporary photographs, this book is a lavish celebration of the Chicago Cubs. It highlights the ballparks and fans, the players and teams, the broadcasters and behind-the-scenes figures who have defined Chicago baseball for more than a century.

The greatest Cubs players, the greatest Cubs teams, and the greatest Cubs moments: This book describes them all in a way that will certainly thrill every fan. Jam-packed with historic photos, memorabilia, clippings, and in-depth commentary, Chicago Cubs: Yesterday & Today is a detailed and fascinating snapshot ofthe history of the fabled franchise. No team is more beloved, more beleagured, and more bedecked with an illustrious history than the Chicago Cubs, and this tribute book captures it all.

The greatest Cub players, the greatest Cub teams, and the greatest Cub momentsthis book describes them all in a way that will certainly thrill every Cub fan. This book also tells the fascinating story of Wrigley Fieldwhen and why it was built, what memorable baseball feats occurred there, such as when Ron Santo's number was retired, and what makes it unique and beloved. It also talks about earlier ballparks and even the all the names the Cubs have been called.

Pairing historical black-and-white images with contemporary photographs, this lavishly illustrated celebration of one of the most written-about sport franchises examines how the beloved Cubs, and the game of Baseball, have developed over more than a century. It explorers ballparks and lineups over the years, plus the players who have defined Chicago baseball and earned the loyalty of fans everywhere. Here are legendary batsmen Cap Anson, Ernie Banks, Rayne Sandberg, Derek Lee, dominating hurdlers from Mordecai Three Fingers Brown, Carlos Zambrano, and the stars of broadcast booth and boardroom who have played a revolutionary role in the development of the game of baseball.

The greatest Cardinal players, the greatest Cardinal teams, and the greatest Cardinal moments--this book describes them all in a way that will certainly thrill every Cardinal fan. This book also tells the fascinating story of the three Busch stadiums, what memorable baseball feats occurred there, and why Cardinal fans are so devoted to the home teams that have played there. In addition, this book gives a stirring account of each World Series in which the Cardinals played, noting that the Cardinal franchise has won more baseball championships other than the New York Yankees. Beautiful hardcover book with an eye-catching cover and dozens of spectacular photos.