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This is Mahalo's Playoff Coverage page for the Chicago Cubs.
On September 20, 2008, the Chicago Cubs clinched the National League Central title.
On October 4, 2008, the cubs were eliminated from the National League Division Series by the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers swept the Cubs in 3 games. As of 2008, the Cubs have not won a World Series in 100 years.
The 2008 squad has been led by the pitching of ace Carlos Zambrano and a well balanced offensive attack which includes Alfonso Soriano, Aramis Ramirez, Derrek Lee, Jim Edmonds and Kosuke Fukudome.
The starting pitching staff includes Ryan Dempster, Rich Harden, Ted Lilly and Jason Marquis.
The bullpen is anchored by closer Kerry Wood.
The Cubs have reached the playoffs in consecutive years for the first time since 1908. They have reached the post season in both years under manager Lou Piniella.
In 2007, the Cubs won the National League Central, but were defeated by Arizona Diamondbacks in the first round of the playoffs.
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- All games aired on (TBS) Turner Broadcasting System and ESPN Radio
- Manager: Lou Piniella
- General Manager: Jim Hendry
- Stadium: Wrigley Field
- Cubs are the National League Central Champions
- Established in 1876
- Two-World Series Titles
- Reached post season in 2007 and 2008
- Back to back National League Central Champions
- Last World Series title was in 1908
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back to school for another week...then this weekend going to state playoffs with my boys lets go CUBS
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Iaeger 44, Trinity 22 .. Final ... The Cubs are headed to the playoffs!!!
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@stevedrees don't forget the Cubs not making the playoffs. My old HS alma mater is still in though. Going to take Owen to see them tomorrow.
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View All Cubs Playoffs Questions (93) | Ask a QuestionWhos going to win the 2009 NFL Playoffs? (5 Answers)I love football questions. Frankly, I know who will win the super bowl. I knew when they were 4-8 and I know even more now that they've made the playoffs. ... read moreWhat is the worst NFL team ever to make it to the playoffs? (1 Answer)8-8 is the worst record a team has ever had while still making the playoffs, but it is possible to make it with a losing record. One sportswriter even explained ... read moreWho should I start in my NFL Playoff Fantasy Game? (2 Answers)I would definitely start an Arizona wide receiver this week; I'd say go with Larry Fitzgerald. I honestly don't see the Cardinals winning this game, so obviously you want to ... read more
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Chicago Cubs Projected Starting Lineup
- Alfonso Soriano - LF
- Ryan Theriot - SS
- Derrek Lee - 1B
- Aramis Ramirez - 3B
- Jim Edmonds - CF
- Geovany Soto - C
- Mark DeRosa - 2B
- Kosuke Fukudome - RF
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2008 Chicago Cubs Playoffs
- SI.com: Playoff Schedule
- Game 1 final score: Dodgers - 7 Cubs - 2 (10/1/08)
- Game 2 final score: Dodgers - 10 Cubs - 3 (10/2/08)
- Game 3 final score: Dodgers - 3 Cubs - 1 (10/4/08)
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2007 National League Division Series Results
- First Round Opponent: Mahalo's Guide to the : Arizona Diamondbacks
- Diamondbacks win series 3 games to 0
- Game One Results: Diamondbacks 3 Cubs 1
- Game Two Results: Diamondbacks 8 Cubs 4
- Game Three Results: Diamondbacks 5 Cubs 1
- First Round Opponent: Mahalo's Guide to the : Arizona Diamondbacks
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Chicago Cubs Playoff Roster
- Jim Hendry
- General Manager
- 1983-1991: Baseball Coach at Creighton University
- Lou Piniella
- Manager
- 1964-1984: Major League Outfielder for Kansas City Royals and New York Yankees
- Jim Hendry
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Cubs Playoffs Merchandise
- Official Site: Chicago Cubs Playoffs Merchandise
