136 Years Ago ... The Cubs Played and Won Their First Game
Source: Chicago Cubs Online - Apr 25, 2012 at 5:21 AM
On April 25, 1876, the Chicago National League Ball Club, Inc. played and won the first game in the history of the organization.
The team known as the White Stockings beat the Louisville Grays 4-0. Albert Spalding led his White Stockings over the Grays and not only did Spalding win the first game in franchise history he also threw the first shutout in National League history.
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