Lifetime Cubs fan, 108, dies after team wins World Series

Mabel Ball, the 108-year-old Cubs fan from suburban Chicago whose life spanned the team's World Series drought before it was snapped this year, died Tuesday.

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Ball died at Covenant Village of Northbrook, Illinois, the facility said Friday. Her death was confirmed by her son, Rich Ball, who said she died of a heart attack the Chicago Tribune reported.

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Two Braves players named Gold Glove finalists

Outfielder Michael Harris II is a surprising omission from the finalists for top defensive award.

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