Today in Wrigley history has better memories. We go back to two big wins on this day, in 1945 and 1973.
Speaking of 1945, This Week in 1945 reminds us that it might have been a great week for the Cubs, but it was a terrible week for Hitler and Mussolini. One shot himself in a bunker, and the other one was killed and strung up by his heels.
Today's Historical Event is Muhammad Ali refusing his military induction. Where were the Cubs? The A/V Club features Ali throwing out the first pitch at an all-star game.
Today's Cubs birthdays include the greatest Cubs player in history with a mustache and a last name that starts with Q, plus a trade throw-in, and a starting pitcher who couldn't strike anyone out. Over the weekend you also missed a few big birthdays; Rogers Hornsby and Hack Wilson. After you read each of their profiles, and note that their birthdays are only one day apart, you'll dismiss the notion of astrology forever.
The latest Cubs news provides one little bright spot (remembering my cup-is-half-full New Years resolution): Jose Veras won't be pitching for the Cubs anytime soon. He's on the DL. (No offense Jose, but we'll take our chances with the other guys who blow big leads).
