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Cubs win first World Series since 1908 in dramatic Game 7

The History of the Chicago Cubs
By Michelle Ewing
Nov 3, 2016

The curse has been broken.

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In a suspenseful Game 7, the Chicago Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians 8-7 in 10 innings for their first World Series win since 1908.

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