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| Image: Vintage Street Wear |
Seen in FBDO
A Chicago Cubs 1984 National League East Division Champions t-shirt is seen in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off during the crowd footage filmed at Wrigley Field. Best seen at 00:50:23 in the film, the shirt is work by the woman seated in the second row over Cameron’s right shoulder.
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| Image: Paramount Pictures |
Description
The 1984 Chicago Cubs season marked a pivotal moment in the franchise's history. After a long drought of postseason appearances, the Cubs clinched the National League East Division title on September 24th with a victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. This achievement not only broke a 39-year playoff drought but also ignited a wave of excitement and hope among Cubs fans. Led by star players like Ryne Sandberg and Rick Sutcliffe, the team's success that season brought a sense of resurgence to the beloved franchise.
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| Image: Chicago Tribune |
While the Cubs ultimately fell short in the NLCS against the San Diego Padres, the 1984 season remains a cherished memory for Cubs fans, symbolizing a period of renewed optimism and a step towards ending the infamous "Curse of the Billy Goat."
Notes
- Ferris Bueller pays tribute to the 1984 Chicago Cubs with a replica of the legendary Wrigley Field marquee hung on his bedroom wall.
Find Your Own
- Check eBay for a Cubs 1984 NL East Champions shirt of your own!
Learn More
- Pick up a copy of Wrigley Field Year By Year: A Century at the Friendly Confines – a “full-color celebration” of the Cubs’ historic North Side home.