Flying the W flag after a win is tradition — but now it’s changing
For Cubs fans, the flying of the W flag after a victory is tradition. But now that tradition has evolved. The custom began in the 1930s. After home games, scoreboard...
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Who has the edge? Cubs-Dodgers vs. ‘Hamilton’ vs. presidential debate
On Wednesday, "Hamilton" officially opens in Chicago, the Cubs play the Dodgers in Game 4 of the NLCS and it's Round 3 of the Donald Trump-Hillary Clinton debate. Let's compare....
Take the quiz: How much do you know about this year’s Cubs?
breaker breaker breaker breaker breaker breaker breaker breaker breaker breaker breaker You've followed them all season, but how much do you really know about this year's Cubs teammates? Take our...
Jinx alert: Sports Illustrated puts Cubs on cover and predicts World Series win
If you're a Cubs fan and if you believe in the Sports Illustrated jinx, then you might want to steer clear of any newsstands or libraries or even dentist offices...
Kyle Schwarber contributes to Cubs’ postseason push
Kyle Schwarber might be injured, but the Cubs have found a way to use his surprising talents as the playoffs loom. The velvety-voiced Schwarber narrates a 30-second "Fly the W"...
Secondary ticket market thriving on tonight’s Cubs-Brewers game
When the Cubs originally set the face-value ticket prices for tonight's game at Wrigley Field against the Brewers, little could they have imagined what would be on the line. Many...
Cubs announce playoff ticket lottery
If you want Cubs playoff tickets, then get in line (online). Starting today at 9 a.m., and until noon on Sept. 21, fans can register online at cubs.com/postseason for a...
Rio Olympics: Winners, losers, chicken hearts
On this the last day of the 2016 Rio Games, let's look at the glory, the shame and the chicken hearts. Winner: Michael Phelps. Retiring? No way. See you and...
Rio Olympics closing ceremony: What to expect
When does it start? Rio's closing ceremony starts at 6 p.m. Central time at Maracana Stadium (same site as the opening ceremony). But NBC's coverage will run from 7-9:30 p.m.,...
Simone Biles will carry U.S. flag at closing ceremony
Gold medalist Simone Biles will carry the U.S. flag and lead the U.S. into Maracana Stadium Sunday night for the closing ceremony, it was announced Saturday. Biles was chosen by...