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1942 Chicago Cubs 1942 Chicago Cubs
1941/1943
Record 68-86 .442
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Standings 6th in the NL (38 games back)
Pythagorean 69-85, 69-85, 69-85
Runs (S/A) 591 / 665
BallparkWrigley Field
Park FactorsBatting: 96 / Pitching: 97
Attendance590,972 (3rd) (5th)
Spring TrainingCatalina Island, California
ManagerJimmie Wilson
CoachesDick Spalding, Kiki Cuyler
ExecutivesPresident: Phillip Wrigley, General Manager: James Gallagher
Minor Leagues(AA) Los Angeles Angels, (AA) Milwaukee Brewers, (A1) Tulsa Oilers, (B) Vancouver Capilanos, (B) Macon Peaches, (B) Portsmouth Cubs, (B) Madison Blues, (C) Ashland Colonels, (C) Zanesville Cubs, (D) Janesville Cubs, (D) Americus Pioneers

The 1942 Chicago Cubs went 68-86 and finished 6th in the National League. The Cubs drew 590,972 to Wrigley Field. Claude Passeau made the All-Star team.

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