To commemorate the Cubs' 100th year since a World Series title, The Heckler is taking a look back at some of its more memorable editions. So far we’ve given readers 1908, 1916, 1945 and 1969.

This month we look at Oct. 4, 1984. The Cubs were heading west with a 2-0 NLCS lead over the Padres. Their ticket to the World Series was practically punched as slick-fielding first baseman Leon Durham and the rest of the team needed just one win to advance.

Read on and keep an eye on future issues as we continue our look back in Cubs’ history with The Heckler.



From the August 2008 issue by Brad Zibung, Craig Shparago and George Ellis

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