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Cubs vs Cardinals
/kʌbz vɜrs ˈkɑrdɪnəlz/
Definition
1
A historic and intense rivalry between the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals, two Major League Baseball teams that compete in the National League Central Division.
2
A colloquial reference to the Route 66 or I-55 rivalry, stemming from the geographic proximity and historic competition between the two Midwestern cities.
Examples
If you want to witness a masterclass in Midwestern passive-aggression, just watch the crowd during a Cubs vs Cardinals game.
Choosing between the Cubs and the Cardinals is like picking a favorite headache, though at least one side usually leaves with a win.
The Cubs vs Cardinals rivalry is the perfect excuse for Chicagoans and St. Louis residents to exchange polite glares while drinking overpriced beer.