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The Cubbie Factor | Print |  E-mail
Written by Greg Mitchell   
Wednesday, 07 October 2009 21:05

By nature I really don't like the Billy Goat Curse or any other curse as a means of explaining the Cubs struggles. However, when talking about Mark DeRosa's error with my Mom, she brought up the "Cubbie Factor." This theory says that the team that wins the World Series is the one with the fewest amount of former Cubs. I may do some research on this in the future, but I can't confirm whether this is true or not. For fun let's take a look how the 2009 playoffs would play out if the CF is applied. Note: only players that have appeared in major league Cub games count, so someone like Eric Hinske (who came up in the system) don't count.

AL

Twins - 2

Brendan Harris (2004), Ron Mahay (2001-2002)

Yankees -3

Jerry Hairston (2005-2006), Chad Gaudin (2008), Sergio Mitre (2003-2005)

Angels -2

Gary Matthews Jr. (2000-2001), Justin Speier (1998)

Red Sox - 1

Joey Gathright (2009)

NL

Cardinals -2

Mark DeRosa (2007-2008), Todd Wellemeyer (2003-2005)

Phillies - 4

Matt Stairs (2001), Scott Eyre (2006-2008), Paul Bako (2003-2004), Jamie Moyer (1986-1988)

Dodgers -2

Juan Pierre (2006), Will Ohman (2000-2001, 2005-2007)

Rockies - 3

Matt Murton (2005-2008), Glendon Rusch (2004-2006), Jason Marquis (2007-2008)

It is very possible I missed someone, and I am fully aware not all these players are on their respective teams' postseason rosters, but each played at some point this year. Though the NL champ is unclear, no matter what the Red Sox are the winners. This isn't surprising considering the fact that Josh Beckett and Alex Gonzalez are on that team. Will this work? I would say not seeing as the Yankees and Phillies look to be the favorites in their leagues.

 

 

 



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