1984 NL East Division Championship
The Cubs' first division title ever, sparked by 'The Sandberg Game.'
The 1984 season marked the Chicago Cubs' first division title since the inception of the split-league format in 1969, as they won the National League East. The Cubs had not won a division title before 1984; their last pennant was in 1945.
Quick Facts
- Manager
- Jim Frey
- Division
- National League East
- Season record
- 96-66
- Key acquisition
- Rick Sutcliffe (Trade Deadline)
- Playoff result
- NLCS Loss to San Diego Padres
Lore & Background
The Cubs' 1984 season was highlighted by a nationally televised game on June 23, 1984, known as 'The Sandberg Game,' in which Cubs second baseman Ryne Sandberg hit two game-tying home runs off Cardinals closer Bruce Sutter, leading to an 11-inning victory. The Cubs went on to win the NL East, their first division title ever.
Reader's Guide
The Cubs' 1984 division title was their first since the NL split into divisions in 1969. They had not won a division title prior to 1984, and their last pennant was in 1945.
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