Chicago Cubs Collecting and Fan Guide
Overview
The drought is over and Chicago Cubs baseball memorabilia and Cub baseball cards are red hot. As one of professional baseball's original teams, the Cubs have provided baseball fans with some of the sport's most enduring memories, both good and bad.
It seems that every generation of Cubs fan has a foreboding event onĀ which to dwell.Ā In the 1940s, it started with the allegedĀ curse of the billy goat. In 1969, it was a black cat walking in front of the Cubs dugout and the infamous collapse to the Miracle Mets. The home run chase of 1998 was quite the spectacle andĀ captivated the entire country. Unfortunately for Cubs fans, Sammy Sosa fell short toĀ hisĀ division rival, Mark McGwire. Ā And of course, who can forgetĀ theĀ Bartman fair catch incident. Suffice it to say that theĀ Cubs have had their fair share of not-so-great moments.
The Chicago Cubs have had a lengthy roster of Hall of Fame players who called Wrigley Field home. From the double-play trio of Joe Tinkers, Johnny Evers and Frank Chance, to the core of the 1969 team, with Billy Williams, Ron Santo, Fergie Jenkins and Ernie Banks, Chicago has had no shortage of star players with sizable collectibility.
In more recent years, players like Ryan Sandberg, Andre Dawson, Kerry Wood and Sammy Sosa have thrilled fans throughout the regular season only to fall short of the ultimate prize, a World Series Championship. The Cubs have also been short-term hostsĀ to high-profile free agents, including Nomar Garciaparra and Alfonso Soriano.
As the franchise looks to build a winning team, they are stockpiled with top prospects and young talent. Names like Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant, Javier Baez and Kyle Schwarber are just a few of the players the club is hoping to build around. Each of them provide a tremendous wealth of collectible opportunities. This potential was finally realized with their 2016 World Series win.
Collectors have plenty of options when it comes to merchandise and collectibles for the Chicago Cubs. UsingĀ the tabs above, check out the top Cubs'Ā players to collect,Ā top merchandise and jersey options, autograph guide, game tickets and the most watched Chicago CubsĀ cards and memorabiliaĀ on eBay.
TTM Autographs
Another option for collectors looking to get autographs is TTM or "Through the Mail." A complete guide to the process can be seen here:Ā How toĀ Get (Almost) Free Autographs Through the Mail.
Although the results are never guaranteed, Cubs' fans looking to take advantage of this can try their luck with current players and coaches using the following address:
"Insert Specific Player/Coach/Executive"
c/oĀ Chicago Cubs
1060 W. Addison St.
Chicago, IL 60613
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Fan Gear
Chicago CubsĀ Jerseys & GearĀ Guide
Looking for something to support your team? There are tons of options for Chicago Cubs' fans across all budgets. Normal retail price ranges are noted when available. View a complete breakdown of the jersey options using ourĀ detailed MLBĀ jersey guide.
Chicago CubsĀ Jersey Guide
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Majestic Athletic Batting PracticeĀ Jersey ($79 - $99)
Cooperstown Vintage Throwback Jersey ($99 - $275)
Chicago CubsĀ T-Shirts & Hats
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Cards
Chicago CubsĀ Baseball Card Guide
While many teams have several top players in their history, the Chicago CubsĀ present a remarkable amount of card options for collectors. Their past is dotted with Hall of Fame talent, including some of the biggest names in baseball history. View cards for the top formerĀ and current members of the Chicago CubsĀ below.
Top Former Players & Coaches
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Top Current Players &Ā Prospects
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Autographs
Chicago CubsĀ Autograph Guide
When shopping for autographed items, it is highly recommended to only purchased signed pieces that have been authenticatedĀ by a reputable company. Top options include PSA, JSA, Mounted Memories, UDA, Panini Authentic and Tristar.
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Signed Chicago CubsĀ Photographs
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Signed Chicago Cubs Jerseys
Signed Chicago Cubs Balls
Signed Chicago Cubs Bats
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Tickets
Chicago CubsĀ Game Tickets
If you are looking for tickets to see the Chicago CubsĀ play, it might be an overwhelming experience. Luckily for fans, MLBĀ teams play a ton of games, all over the country. After selecting a specific game, the first thing to decide is how much you want to spend and where you want to sit in the stadium.
From there, it can get messy given all the choices for purchasing tickets. With that in mind, we have complied the best options for buying tickets. Simply follow the links below to each ticket source forĀ available Chicago CubsĀ tickets.Ā Be aware that the MLBĀ regular season basicallyĀ runs from AprilĀ to the end of September. TheĀ playoffs continueĀ until late October.
Hot List
Chicago CubsĀ Hot List
Check out the most watched Chicago CubsĀ cards, gear and memorabiliaĀ on eBay. The guide is constantly updated with real-time information, so bookmark this page for future reference.
More Info
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