The Chicago Cubs are soon to begin their quest for an unbridled second World Series ring in just 102 years. Tickets went on sale early on Monday, February 15 and will be officially on sale Friday, February 19. Since 1916, historic Wrigley Field has been home to the North Siders, although it had been called Weeghman Park and Cubs Park before 1926. For the last 30 years, it’s surrounding area has been a mecca for popcorn and nuts aficionados, who frequent the famed “NUTS ON CLARK” two blocks north of Wrigley for a taste of authentic Chicago gourmet popcorn.
Last year remains a sore spot in the minds of many Cubs faithful. As always, expectations were high, mainly because the Cubbies had performed so well in the prior season. In 2008, the Cubs went 97-64, fueled by one of the league’s hottest offenses. Despite winning the pennant and securing the second-best record in all of major league baseball, the Cubs were summarily bounced from playoff contention in three straight losses to the Los Angeles Dodgers. In 2009, they missed the playoffs altogether.
This year, the Cubs and fans are expecting nothing short of a World Series title. Reasons to be optimistic have less to do with new Cubs as much as they to do with healthy old ones. Alfonso Soriano, the Cubs left fielder, hopes to return to full health after an injury-riddled and unproductive 2009. Catcher Geovany Soto, the National League Rookie of the Year in 2008, missed more than one-third of the season last year, battling nagging injuries which led to a less-than-stellar season for the 27-year old. Ace pitcher Carlos Zambrano is also looking forward to rebounding from injuries which have somewhat limited his effectiveness over the course of the last couple of years.
The only way to see if the Cubs have indeed shrugged off the disappointment of last season is to wait until April, when the 2010 season officially begins. If you don’t have a calendar, you’ll know it’s Cubs season by the large amounts of foot traffic patrolling the streets, dressed head-to-toe in Cubs garb, waving white “W” flags in one hand with cheese and caramel gourmet popcorn in the other.
Cubs 2010 Season Notable Upcoming Dates
- February 17 Cubs report to Spring Training.
- February 19 Cubs game tickets go on sale.
- March 4 Cubs first Spring Training game versus Oakland in Mesa, Arizona.
- April 5 Cubs season opener at Atlanta.
- April 12 Cubs home opener versus Milwaukee.
Of course, if you’re going to see a Cubs game, make sure to stop by “NUTS ON CLARK” to see us!
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