Bleed Cubbie Blue · Nov 13, 2020
Cubs historical sleuthing: Ernie Banks edition
Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty ImagesYou recognize, of course, Ernie Banks. He played first base for the Cubs from 1962-71, after nearly a decade at shortstop, 1,259 games at first in all.
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Ernie Banks #14 of the Chicago Cubs sets to take the throw over at first base as Bob Johnson #6 of the Cincinnati Reds attempts to get back safe during an Major League Baseball game circa 1971 at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois