The Chicago Cubs most recently won the World Series on November 2, 2016, defeating the Cleveland Indians in seven games to clinch the championship.

Key dates

  • The Cubs’ clinching victory in Game 7 came late at night on November 2, 2016 (Central time), in an 8–7 extra‑innings win over Cleveland.
  • That 2016 title ended a 108‑year World Series championship drought for the franchise.

Earlier World Series wins

  • The Cubs also won back‑to‑back World Series titles in 1907 and 1908 against the Detroit Tigers.
  • In total, the Cubs have three World Series championships: 1907, 1908, and 2016.

Brief timeline table

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Year Opponent Result
1907 Detroit Tigers Cubs win series 4–0 (1 tie game).
1908 Detroit Tigers Cubs win series 4–1.
2016 Cleveland Indians Cubs win series 4–3, clinching on Nov 2, 2016.
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