When Al asked me to write a Cubs Gift Guide as I have in past years, I winced at the thought of going through the copious amounts of merchandise with a Cubs logo slapped on it, in an attempt to pick out the single best item for each member of an average Cubs fan family. Since winning the World Series, the Cubs have been cashing in, selling everything from ugly sweaters to dog kerchiefs to giant inflatable snowmen. Sure, you could buy someone a $32 Cubs golf umbrella this holiday season, but why not give what really makes people happy.
Happy Cubsgiving weekend: A different kind of holiday gift guide
