Former manager Lee Elia, whose rant against Chicago Cubs fans became part of team lore, dies at 87
- Posted on July 10, 2025
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Former manager Lee Elia, whose rant against Chicago Cubs fans became part of team lore, dies at 87

Lee Elia, who died Wednesday at age 87, will always remain a significant part of Chicago Cubs lore, thanks to a rant for the ages that’s celebrated every April 29.