Ernie Banks: Ever the Optimist

Here is a partial list of all of Ernie's predictions for the Cubs.  I sure wish I'd find a a complete list of those predictions.

"The Cubs are due in '62."

"The Cubs will come alive in '65."

"The Cubs will be heavenly in '67-ly."

"The Cubs will shine in '69."

"The Cubs will glow in '7-0."

"The Cubs will be illuminated in '88.  That's a little weak.  I'll have to do better."  (Referring to the lights installed at Wrigley Field.)

We'll Miss That Smile.  --Cooter