Boys of Zimmer: 30th Anniversary Series - 2/15/1989

While recently blogging about a random Cubs pitcher, Pat Perry, I became immersed in articles from 1988 and 1989. This is the 30th anniversary of the 1989 Cubs "Boys of Zimmer," a team that reached the postseason after a five year hiatus. This daily series will look back at Chicago Tribune articles and columns from 30 years ago, day by day.

Paul Kilgus was acquired via trade from the Texas Rangers in December 1988 as part of the Rafael Palmeiro deal. As of February 15, 1989 Kilgus had not yet signed for the upcoming season.

Andy Pafko was signing autographs at an upcoming card show in Moline, Illinois.