The Enduring Mystery: How Many Wins Do the Chicago Cubs Actually Have?
Ah, the Chicago Cubs. A team steeped in history, with a fan base as passionate as they are...well, let's just say they've seen some things. But one question has plagued both Cubs fans and neutral observers for generations: just how many wins do they actually have?
The Tally of Terror: Wins Throughout the Ages
We're not talking about some existential crisis here (although some fans might argue differently after a particularly brutal loss). The Cubs have a documented history, and with it comes a documented win total. As of today, May 8th, 2024, they boast a respectable 11,263 wins throughout their long and storied existence. That's a lot of baseball, folks!
Wait, There's More? The Great Counting Conundrum
But here's the rub. Cubs fans, particularly those of the older variety, have a certain twinkle in their eye when this question arises. They might chuckle knowingly, mutter something about "those pesky billy goats," and then things get interesting.
It turns out, some fans (and maybe a rogue squirrel or two) like to include the Cubs' pre-World Series championship victories in their win tally. Now, these were prestigious achievements back in the day, but in the modern era, they don't quite hold the same weight as a World Series ring.
So, if you add those pre-Series wins to the mix, the number jumps to a slightly more dramatic 17 National League pennants. Still impressive, but it does raise the question: are we counting squirrels next?
The Modern Day Hustle: Wins in 2024 (and Beyond!)
Let's get back to reality, folks. The 2024 Cubs are scrapping their way through the season, and currently hold a decent, but not earth-shattering, record of 21 wins.
Now, this might not be 1907 all over again, but there's something undeniably exciting about watching a team claw its way up the standings. Who knows, maybe this is the year they finally break another curse (looking at you, rain delays in Wrigley!).
In Conclusion: Wins are Wins, But Context is King
So, how many wins do the Chicago Cubs have? It depends on who you ask and how much they've been reminiscing about the good ol' days. But one thing's for sure: Cubs baseball is a journey, filled with moments of glory, heartbreak, and everything in between. And that, my friends, is what makes it all so darn entertaining.
