Aug 12, 2020; Cleveland, Ohio; Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks (28) delivers in the second inning against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field.
The Chicago Cubs (12-3) are off to their best start in 50 years, prompting Cubs fans to ask themselves that age-old question: is this the year?
OK, the days of existential dread and pining for glimmers of hope died when the North Siders finally won the World Series in 2016. But Cubs fans watching this year’s club—one that missed the playoffs a year ago, is led by a rookie manager and has arguably the worst bullpen in the majors—must be wondering whether this team belongs among the upper-echelon World Series contenders.