Nicknamed "Handy Andy," Andy Pafko (Cubs 1943-1951) was a popular Cubs player well known for his hitting, fielding, and durability (hence the 'handy' moniker). Before his career was over, he made contributions to championship-caliber teams in three different cities.

Pafko was a key member of the last Chicago Cubs team to go to the World Series (1945), but despite his frustration at losing it that year, he eventually won a title with the Milwaukee Braves (in 1957). "Handy Andy" was a five-time all-star during his Cubs career, the first three times as an outfielder. After legendary Cubs' third baseman Stan Hack retired after 1947 season however, Pafko replaced him on the hot corner long enough to be named an All-Star there too, making him one of the few people to achieve All-Star status in both the infield and outfield.

He was crushed when the Cubs traded him during the 1951 season, and it was a trade that Chicago would forever regret. The players they got in return had almost no impact with the Cubs, while Pafko would go on to play in the 1952 World Series with the Dodgers and the 1957 and 1958 World Series with the Braves.

Pafko loved his time in Chicago so much that he settled here after his playing career ended, and still lives in the northwestern suburbs.