On this date in 1932, the 1932 World Series began in Yankees Stadium.
On this date in 1938, Gabby Hartnett hit his famous Homer in the Gloamin.
On this date in 1959, the Cubs hired Charlie Grimm to manage a third and final time. It won't last long.
On this date in 1995, a Cubs fan charged the mound to attack Randy Myers. (You're supporting him, by the way, every time you buy one of those "It's gonna happen" signs--he's the one that sells them.)
On this date in 1998, the Cubs played against the San Francisco Giants in a one-game playoff game to decide the Wild card. Steve Trachsel pitched them to victory. Your humble editor was there in the upper deck.
On this date in 2003, the Cubs retired #10 for Ron Santo.
