Ian Happ Thanks Fans with Unique Gesture

The Chicago Cubs concluded their 2024 MLB season with a disappointing 3-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds, finishing with an 83-79 record and missing the playoffs for the fourth consecutive year. Despite the team's struggles, outfielder Ian Happ made headlines by tossing a baseball with $100 bills attached to it to fans in the left-field bleachers as a gesture of gratitude for their support throughout the season. His message read, 'Thanks for the support all season! Beers for the left field crew on me!' Happ's gesture was well-received by fans and reflected the Cubs' strong home attendance, which ranked sixth in the league at 35,949 per game. This season marked another chapter in the Cubs' ongoing quest to break their postseason drought, which has persisted since 2020. As Happ continues to engage with fans, his acts of appreciation highlight the connection between players and their supporters in challenging times.