A few weeks ago I blogged about this being the 100 year anniversary of the Cubs last World Series win. Well today, just moments ago, they took the first big step in that direction. No matter what else happens this year the Chicago Cubs are the Central division National League champions. For those keeping track, they were also the Central division National League champs last year, however this year is different.
Try as I might, I just could not get excited about the Cubs last year. This year, by comparison, I am walking on the ceiling. For some reason, maybe it’s the 100 years, maybe it’s something in the air, all I know is this is the most excited I’ve been about the Cubs chances since 1969. I was eight years old then but honestly believe I’m every bit as excited as that eight-year-old boy. Could this be the year?
Well, the season’s not over yet. What they did do today was mathematically lock in the Central league title. Compared to most years within the last 100, that alone is an impressive feat. I’d like to write some more about this but I need to go look through some old T-shirt boxes to find some of my long-stored Cubs gear.
See you at the World Series. Eamus Catuli!!!
– Carl Melville / Blogvious
