MLB 2026: Inside 2016 Cubs World Series win rarity
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By Jesse Rogers
Published on April 3, 2026.
The Chicago Cubs won the 2016 World Series in one of the most famous Fall Classic games ever played, with three catchers, Willson Contreras, David Ross and Miguel Montero, playing crucial roles in securing Chicago's victory over the Cleveland Indians. The team's manager, Joe Maddon, chose the 24-year-old rookie Willson to catch Kyle Hendricks over two more experienced options. Despite the chaos throughout the game, the catchers remained focused on their roles and managed to secure a win for the Cubs. Despite criticism of the team's performance, Ross defended his decision to replace Willson with Jon Lester, who had already declared his final game of his career. The story behind the remarkable victory follows a decade after the Cubs ended their 108-year World Series curse in Cleveland.
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