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Today in 1989 Cubs history: Clinching the division title in
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1984 NLCS Gm1: Cubs get first playoff win since 1945
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October 2, 1984: Cubs crush Padres in their first postseason game
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1984 Chicago Cubs Logo Baseball Team-Signed by (23) with Ryne
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October 3, 1984: Steve Trout's solid performance puts Cubs one win
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Cubs VS Pirates Sept 24 1984 NL East Clincher
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CHC@PIT: Sutcliffe seals it, Cubs clinch 1984 NL East
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A Family Feud In Philadelphia - Sports Illustrated Vault
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Grandfather of franchise' Keith Lieppman retires from A's after 52
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This Day in Chicago Cubs History: Clinch Postseason Berth for the
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CHC@PIT: Sutcliffe seals it, Cubs clinch 1984 NL East
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Cubs historical sleuthing: Merry Christmas! - Bleed Cubbie Blue
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October 3, 1984: Steve Trout's solid performance puts Cubs one win
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Cubs VS Pirates Sept 24 1984 NL East Clincher
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Rick Sutcliffe, 1984 Cubs' ace, took on a Brave new world and had