The Bears haven’t won a playoff game in over a decade. The Bulls aren’t much more impressive, winning their last playoff series in 2015. And aside from the glory of the 2016 Cubs, Chicago’s baseball teams haven’t been worth a ticket purchase for the better part of the 21st century.
Why be satisfied with — at best — mediocrity? Why not try for something better — at least something more entertaining? But to its credit, the City of Chicago is trying to satiate these desires. Look no further than the NASCAR Cup Series, which came to Grant Park last week.