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Cubs Fans Flock To Ryne Sandberg Statue After Hall Of Famers Death He Will Be Really Missed

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Cubs fans gathered at Wrigley Field on Tuesday to honor Ryne Sandberg, the beloved Hall of Famer who died at 65. The Cubs announced he passed away at home with family. Fans left flowers and memorabilia at his statue, reflecting on their deep connection to the player. Ken Schultz, wearing a shirt that read "Ryne Sandberg Is Still My Favorite," shared how Sandberg shaped his childhood baseball memories. Over 15 seasons with the Cubs, Sandberg became a two-time MVP, ten-time All-Star, and an embodiment of steady excellence.

His remarkable moments included the iconic "Sandberg game" in 1984, which solidified his legacy. Fans described Sandberg as humble and approachable, taking time for personal interactions. His influence reached generations of Cubs fans, making him a pivotal figure in the team's history.

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Wieners Circle Promised Free Hot Dogs If Bears Coach Ben Johnson Took Off His Shirt. He Did

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Chicago's Overnight Winter Parking Ban With 200 Violation Fines Returns Monday

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ICE Takes Kurdish Asylum Seeker The Day Before His Wife Became A US Citizen 'I Cannot Do This Alone'

Eva Gurtovaia celebrated her U.S. citizenship on Wednesday while her husband, Enes Abak, remained detained by immigration agents just a day earlier. Abak, a Kurdish asylum seeker from Turkey, faces challenges due to his pending political asylum application and fears for his safety if returned to his home country. Local supporters rallied to express their concerns over his detention and advocate for his release.