Cubs Win Flag facts for kids

The Win Flag (left) or Loss Flag (right) indicates home game outcomes.

The Cubs Win Flag is a special flag that flies at Wrigley Field in Chicago. It goes up every time the Chicago Cubs baseball team wins a game at their home stadium. This flag is a big deal for fans!

What is the Cubs Win Flag?

A Special Tradition

The Cubs Win Flag is known by many names. Some people call it the "Cubs W Flag" or "Cubs Win Banner Flag." It has become a very important symbol for Cubs fans. Days when this flag is flying are often called "White Flag Days." The idea of flying a flag to show a win or loss started a long time ago. This tradition began soon after the stadium's scoreboard was built in 1937.

What the Flag Looks Like

The flag used today is white with a big blue letter "W" on it. The "W" stands for "Win." There is also a flag for losses, which is blue with a white letter "L." After a game, special lights shine on these flags. This helps everyone see if the Cubs won or lost. A new flag is used for each win. You can even find versions of the flag in stores that have the Cubs logo at the bottom.

Images for kids

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  The Cubs Win Flag is raised before other flags are lowered.

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  Cubs present President Barack Obama with an autographed flag during their visit to the White House to celebrate their 2016 World Series victory.

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  The "Cubs Win" flag with the old white-on-blue design, waving after a victory in a 1977 game.