Ernie Banks nicknamed “Mr. Cub”, played his entire career with the Cubs from 1953-1971. Banks was a 14-time all-star and won the NL MVP twice. He was named to the MLB All Century Team in 1999. Banks was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977 on his first ballot.

kids around country cut 2 fingers off; only 1/4 of them managed to get as high as AAA

It’s an Ernie Banks Wednesday edition of #WhatsOnYourDesk.

Mr. Cub, Ernie Banks

14× All-Star, 2× MVP, Gold Glove Award, 2× NL HR leader, Cubs HOF & #14 retired, MLB All-Century Team & 1977 Baseball HOF inductee.

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Did You Ever Own These Rookie Cards?

👍As a Chicago native Sammy Sosa was one of my favs back in the 90s. Known for his time with the Cubs, but started with the White Sox.

🥇You can pick up Sammy's rookie cards for around a buck raw & under a hundred for PSA 10.

Source for Prices: https://rookiecardprices.com/price-guide/baseball/1990-topps-topps-traded-baseball/1990-topps-sammy-sosa-692/