Chicago cubs vs new york mets
A great matchup between two historic National League teams!
Here's a brief overview of the Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets:
Chicago Cubs
- Established in 1876 as the Chicago White Stockings
- Known for their iconic blue and red uniforms and Wrigley Field, one of the most beloved ballparks in the country
- 3-time World Series champions (1907, 1908, 2016)
- 10-time National League pennants
- Famous players: Ernie Banks, Ron Santo, Ryne Sandberg, Sammy Sosa, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo
New York Mets
- Established in 1962 as an expansion team
- Known for their blue and orange uniforms and Citi Field, their state-of-the-art ballpark in Queens
- 2-time World Series champions (1969, 1986)
- 5-time National League pennants
- Famous players: Tom Seaver, Jerry Koosman, Mike Piazza, David Wright, Jacob deGrom, Noah Syndergaard
Some interesting facts about this matchup:
- The Cubs and Mets have played each other 744 times, with the Cubs leading the series 394-344.
- The Cubs have won 12 of the last 15 meetings between the two teams.
- The Mets have not won a series against the Cubs at Wrigley Field since 2008.
- The Cubs have a strong rivalry with the St. Louis Cardinals, but their rivalry with the Mets is often overlooked. However, the two teams have had some intense battles over the years, including a memorable 2008 NLDS series that the Cubs won in four games.
If you're looking for a prediction, I'd say the Cubs have a slight edge in this series, given their recent success and the fact that they've dominated the Mets in recent years. However, the Mets have a talented young core and a strong pitching staff, so they could definitely give the Cubs a run for their money.