"Baseball Today"

Chicago's electric railway lines are composed of two very different systems. The entire system is referred to by Chicagoans as the "El," short for the elevated trains that run above street traffic. The "El" first went into operation in 1892, at which time the cars were pulled by mini-steam engines. In 1897, the "El" was electrified. Years later, in 1943, a subway system was built underneath the streets of the city. As a result of the incorporation of the two systems, a passenger on the "El" will travel both above ground and underground in one trip. The "El" is the perfect way to travel when attending a sporting event in Chicago, allowing fans to avoid the hassles of parking and traffic congestion while getting to their favorite game conveniently and on time. Seen here is an "El" car on the "Red Line" making its way to Wrigley Field.