The Chicago Cubs are gearing up for a special celebration this weekend as they honor the players and coaches from their 2016 World Series-winning team. The convention, set to kick off on Friday at the Sheraton in Streeterville, promises an action-packed day filled with nostalgia and excitement. While some players from that historic squad are still active in Major League Baseball, many will be in Chicago to commemorate their triumph. Among them is former manager Joe Maddon, who led the Cubs to an impressive three consecutive appearances in the National League Championship Series, culminating in the 2016 championship. Ben Zobrist, the World Series MVP, will be there, along with first baseman Anthony Rizzo, who caught the final out of Game 7. Dexter Fowler, whose lead-off home run in Game 7 sealed the deal, will also attend. The pitching duo of Jon Lester and John Lackey, as well as the recently retired Kyle Hendricks, who started Game 7 and finished in the top-three in Cy Young voting that season, will be present. Chicago Cubs fans will also get to see Miguel Montero, whose grand slam propelled the team to a Game 1 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2016 NLCS, and Mike Montgomery, who earned the save in Game 7 of the World Series. Additionally, pitchers Trevor Cahill, Carl Edwards Jr, Justin Grimm, Jason Hammel, Pedro Strop, and Travis Wood will all be in attendance. Outfielders Albert Almora, Chris Coghlan, Jason Heyward, and Matt Szczur will also join the celebration. The 2016 squad will be honored on Saturday, with more details available on the team's website (https://www.mlb.com/cubs/fans/cubs-convention/questions). This is a must-attend event for any Cubs fan, offering a chance to relive the magic of that unforgettable season.
