This year, Valentine's Day has to share the day with Rockford area baseball fans.

This year February 14th is not only Valentine's Day, but it is also the kick off of Spring Training Baseball.

Video: Chicago Cubs Kyle Schwarber and Jon Jay Get a Jump on Spring Training

Rockford area Cubs fans got the thrill of a lifetime last season. For the first time in 108 years, the Cubs won the last game of the season. Making them World Series Champions.

Video: MLB Chicago Cubs Spring Training 2017 Hype/Promo

Cubs Mania was running wild. Millions of fans swarmed downtown Chicago for the celebration.

Video: Cubs Spring Training Promo 2017

People lined up for hours in the cold outside the BMO Harris Bank Center to catch a glimpse of the World Series trophy.

Video: Jon Lester Blows Up Spring Training

For once there is a legitimate accuse to skip the cards and flowers. The Cubs are starting the major task of defending their title. Hearts and candy should be replaced with Cubbie blue and W flags.

Video: Kyle Schwarber Left Field Feb 6, 2017

So if your significant other forgets Valentine's Day this year, don't get to upside with them. They are just preoccupied with the other love of their life.

Video: Chicago Cubs Spring Training tickets are about to go on sale

Go Cubs Go!

 

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