3 MLB legends you forgot played for the Chicago Cubs

MLB legends you forgot played for the Chicago Cubs: Kenny Lofton

Kenny Lofton had a knack for stealing bases, and was known most consistently as a Cleveland Indian, now the Cleveland Guardians. He played for many different teams throughout his career, including a brief stop with the Chicago Cubs in 2003. Though his time with the Cubs didn’t last long, he still made an impact on the team. He stole 30 bases total in 2003 and 12 of those were with the Cubs.

Lofton had a career total of 622 stolen bases and earned multiple awards. He earned his first Gold Glove in 1993 and had four total. He made six All-Star teams throughout his career and retired in 2007. Lofton made a huge mark on MLB and currently sits in 15th for most career stolen bases.

Lofton’s Cubs made the postseason, even winning their NLDS over the Atlanta Braves. However, they fell short in the NLCS to the Florida Marlins. Overall, the Cubs won 88 games that season, which is a significant increase from their 67 wins the previous season.

Despite a short career with the Cubs, Lofton made a lasting impact on the team and will forever be remembered in MLB, even if he isn’t remembered as a Cub.