(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 1902 1907 1908 1981 2003 2009 2016 New Nickname Cubs The name “Cubs” first appeared in print in 1902 and gained popularity over the next four years, before becoming the sole nickname in 1906. World Series Winner 1907 The 1907 World Series featured the Chicago Cubs and the Detroit Tigers, with the Cubs winning the …