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ON THIS DAY · June 25 in Chicago Cubs History: The Cubs score five times in the 13th to beat the Dodgers, 8 – 3. Claude Passeau pitches four innings of relief for the win. It’s (1940)
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February 10
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 1916, Chicago Cubs send cash bring back defectors lead by Three Finger Brown

February 10 in Chicago Cubs History: Chicago Cubs send cash bring back defectors lead by Three Finger Brown (1916)

On February 10 1916 — In a sweet deal, the Chicago Cubs send cash to the sinking Chicago Whales of the Federal League and bring back defectors Three Finger Brown, Clem Clemens,...

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February 9
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 2005, Cubs trade reliever Kyle Farnsworth

February 9 in Chicago Cubs History: Cubs trade reliever Kyle Farnsworth (2005)

On February 9 2005 — The Chicago Cubs trade reliever Kyle Farnsworth (4-5, 4.73) and a player to be named to the Tigers in exchange for pitcher Roberto Novoa (1-1, 5.09) and...

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February 9
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 1914, Veteran umpire Hank O’Day, who managed the 1912 Reds, signs to skipper the Cubs.

February 9 in Chicago Cubs History: Veteran umpire Hank O’Day, who managed the 1912 Reds, signs to skipper the Cubs. (1914)

On February 9 1914 — Veteran umpire Hank O’Day, who managed the 1912 Reds, signs to skipper the Cubs. More Chicago Cubs history & fan-cave gifts → Source: Historical record

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February 5
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 1903, Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox announce they will play a series of 15 pre-season games

February 5 in Chicago Cubs History: Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox announce they will play a series of 15 pre-season games (1903)

On February 5, 1903, the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox announce they will play a series of 15 pre-season games against each other. More Chicago Cubs history & fan-cave gifts →...

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February 5
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 1931, Hack Wilson signs for $35,000

February 5 in Chicago Cubs History: Hack Wilson signs for $35,000 (1931)

On February 5, 1931 — Hack Wilson, who set National League records last season when he drove in 191 runs and hit 56 home runs, a mark since surpassed in 1998 by...

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February 2
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 2005, The trade that sent Sammy Sosa to the Baltimore Orioles from the Chicago Cubs is finalized

February 2 in Chicago Cubs History: The trade that sent Sammy Sosa to the Baltimore Orioles from the Chicago Cubs is finalized (2005)

On February 2 2005 — The trade that sent Sammy Sosa to the Baltimore Orioles from the Chicago Cubs is finalized after Commissioner Bud Selig approves the deal and the slugger passes...

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January 27
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 1943, Chicago Cubs acquire veteran pitcher Paul Derringer from the Cincinnati Reds for cash

January 27 in Chicago Cubs History: Chicago Cubs acquire veteran pitcher Paul Derringer from the Cincinnati Reds for cash (1943)

On January 27, 1943, the Chicago Cubs acquire veteran pitcher Paul Derringer from the Cincinnati Reds for cash. A four-time 20-game winner, Derringer will win 10 games as a starter and reliever...

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January 19
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 1983, Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Ron Cey is sent to the Chicago Cubs for minor leaguers Vance Lovelace and Dan Cataline

January 19 in Chicago Cubs History: Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Ron Cey is sent to the Chicago Cubs for minor leaguers Vance Lovelace and Dan Cataline (1983)

[adrotate banner=”32″] On January 19 1983 — Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Ron Cey is sent to the Chicago Cubs for minor leaguers Vance Lovelace and Dan Cataline. Cey will play 518...

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January 19
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 1972, The New York Yankees acquire outfielder Johnny Callison on a conditional basis from the Chicago Cubs. The Yankees will end up keep

January 19 in Chicago Cubs History: The New York Yankees acquire outfielder Johnny Callison on a conditional basis from the Chicago Cubs. The Yankees will end up keep (1972)

On January 19 1972 — The New York Yankees acquire outfielder Johnny Callison on a conditional basis from the Chicago Cubs . The Yankees will end up keeping him and completing the...

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January 18
Chicago Cubs: Chicago Cubs, 1922, The Chicago Cubs obtain outfielder Jigger Statz and pitcher Vic Aldridge from the Los Angeles Angels of the Pacific Coast League f

January 18 in Chicago Cubs History: The Chicago Cubs obtain outfielder Jigger Statz and pitcher Vic Aldridge from the Los Angeles Angels of the Pacific Coast League f (1922)

On January 18 1922 — The Chicago Cubs obtain outfielder Jigger Statz (photo) and pitcher Vic Aldridge from the Los Angeles Angels of the Pacific Coast League for eight players and cash...

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