Looking Back at '84: The Sandberg Game

On a Saturday afternoon with Bob Costas calling the game for NBC, Ryne Sandberg cemented himself in the storied history of the Chicago Cubs with one of the greatest games in franchise history. That unbelievable afternoon has since been nicknamed 'The Sandberg Game' and for many reasons June 23, 1984 will be forever etched in the memory of generations of Cubs fans. Ryne Sandberg went on to win the NL MVP that season and the Cubs made it to the post-season for the first time since 1945. A new generation of the Faithful was born that wonderful summer. Leading up to that Saturday afternoon, the Cubs had put together a good season but nothing prepared those in attendance or watching at home for what they were about to witness.