Wrigleyville in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
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Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 10, 2026
1. 1907 / 1908 Marker
From 1906-1910, the famed Tinker-Evers-Chance era Cubs captured four N.L. pennants and two World Series championships, compiling a major league record 530 victories over five seasons.
Erected 2026 by Chicago Cubs.
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Location. 41° 56.886′ N, 87° 39.424′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in Wrigleyville. It is on North Clark Street north of West Addison Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1060 West Addison Street, Chicago IL 60613, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on Chicago’s North Side. It is also in the American Midwest. Globally, it is in North America, on the Great Lakes, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named 1907 / 1908 (here, next to this marker); 2016 (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named 2016 (a few steps from this marker); Ernie Banks, "Mr. Cub" (within shouting distance
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 10, 2026
2. Markers for the 1907 and 1908 Cubs
More about this marker. The plaque is part of a new Clark Street entry gate the Cubs added to Gallagher Way, next to Wrigley Field, in 2026. Another plaque above it has the roster of the 1907 and 1908 Cubs teams. Two plaques on the south side of the gate honor the Cubs' two other world champions, the 1907 and 1908 teams.
Regarding 1907 / 1908. The 1906 Cubs went 116-36, a .763 winning percentage that remains the major league record for a regular season. They lost in the World Series to their crosstown rivals from the American League, the Chicago White Sox. Only the 2001 Mariners (who, incidentally, also did not win the world championship) have matched the 116 wins, albeit after playing 10 more games.
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 10, 2026
3. Gallagher Way at Wrigley Field
When visited in November 2026, the plaza was being set up for a Christmas market.
Chicago Daily News Collection, Chicago History Museum, 1908
4. Frank Chance
Frank Chance was the Cubs' player-manager from 1905 until 1912, during which stretch the team won four National League pennants and two World Series. He was also the first baseman in the famed Tinker-to-Evers-to-Chance double play combination, immortalized in the 1910 poem "Baseball's Sad Lexicon." He is shown here at West Side Grounds, where the Cubs played prior to moving to Wrigley Field.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on November 10, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1. submitted on November 10, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. 2, 3, 4. submitted on November 11, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
