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The "Chicago White Stockings" played their first game on April 29, 1870 against the St. Louis Unions. In the mid 1890's the team dropped the White Stockings name and became the "Chicago Colts". Other nicknames, "Remnants" and "Orphans" were used in the early 1900's. The "Cubs" nickname first appeared in 1902 and became the sole nickname in 1906.
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Actually, the Cubs were charter members of the National League and won the NL championship in 1876, the first year of the new Major League.
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What year did the Chicago Cubs win their first game?
As a franchise, the Chicago Cubs won their first game in 1870 as the Chicago White Stockings. The franchise came to be known as the Cubs in 1890, and recorded their first victory with that team name in that year.
Was is value of a 1988 Chicago Cubs program from first night game?
The value of a 1988 Chicago Cubs program from their fist night is an estimated $15.00.
Who came first Chicago Bears or the Chicago Cubs?
The Chicago Cubs were founded first. The Chicago Cubs organization was started in 1870, while the Bears' organization was established in 1919.
Who was the first manager for the Chicago Cubs?
The Chicago Cubs first manager was Albert Spalding. The team was then known as the Chicago White Stockings.
Where do the Chicago Cubs play their home game?
The Chicago Cubs play in Chicago, Illinois at Wrigley Field.The Chicago Cubs play their home games at Wrigley Field located in Chicago, Illinois.
What is Anthony Rizzo's number on the Chicago Cubs?
Anthony Rizzo is number 44 on the Chicago Cubs.
Who played first base for the Chicago Cubs in 1908?
In 1908, Frank Chance was the starting first baseman for the Chicago Cubs.
Which team was established first the Chicago Cubs or Chicago White Sox?
Cubs in 1876 Whitesox in 1894
How many Chicago Cubs have had 5 or more hits in a game?
According to the official Chicago Cubs site, 10 Cubs have hit 6 hits in a single game. The last one to do it was Sammy Sosa in 1993.
When was the first game of the Chicago Cubs?
In 1871 the Cubs was called the Chicago White Stockings and they played their 1st game on Monday, May 8, 1871 in the NA League. They beat Cleveland 14-12. Their 1st game in the NL was on Tuesday, April 25, 1876 when they beat the Louisville Grays 4-0. Their name was still the Chicago White Stockings . Their 1st game as the Chicago Cubs was on Thursday, April 17, 1902 when they beat the Cincinnati Reds 6-1.
What happened on August 8 1988 to the Chicago Cubs that should have happened on August 7 1988?
The Cubs played their first night game at home in Wrigley Filed
Who came first - Chicago Bears or the Chicago Cubs?
RED SOX. as of 2007 the head to head record all-time is 945 to 906.
