Carlos Santana has fond memories of Wrigley Field.

In 2016, he was a 28-year-old starting first baseman for Cleveland, which faced the Chicago Cubs in that historic World Series. The Cubs won in seven games, but Santana said he was happy to play in the championship.

He is now 39 years old and still without a World Series ring. The Cubs signed the switch-hitter to a major-league contract Monday as teams were allowed to expand their rosters to 28 players.

“There are a lot of memories,” Santana said. “In 2016, it was one of my dreams to win a championship. I’m sorry Cleveland couldn’t win but the first time I played in a World Series, we were here.”

The well-travelled Santana wants to win the ultimate prize. In a Cubs uniform.

“I come here (to win) a championship before I retire,” Sant

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