Overview

• Ian Happ became the 21st player in Cubs history to play 1,000 games with the team, a rare feat in today's MLB landscape.
• He is one of only three players drafted by the Cubs to reach this milestone, joining Mark Grace and Shawon Dunston.
• Fans at Wrigley Field honored Happ with a standing ovation before his first at-bat, where he hit a leadoff double to deep center field.
• Happ's defensive excellence was on display with a highlight-reel diving catch in the seventh inning, showcasing his three-time Gold Glove-winning skill.
• Having appeared in 480 of the Cubs' last 497 games, Happ's durability and consistency have made him a cornerstone of the team's post-2016 evolution.