First baseman Anthony RizzoAfter a trade with the Yankees, he finished his last season with them. Chicago CubsAccording to ESPN’s Jesse Rogers, a source said that he had agreed to a multiyear contract Tuesday night in order to return to New York.
Rizzo was as reliable and consistent as any Cubs player during his decade-long career. He was a consistent All-Star and Gold Glove winner and won MVP votes in five consecutive seasons. His numbers declined over the past two seasons, culminating in his trade to New York.
Rizzo started off hot with his new team, but an encounter with COVID-19 interupted his second half. Although he still managed 22 home runs, he was split equally between the Yankees and Cubs. However, his.783 OPS was his lowest level since 2013.
Rizzo’s defensive skills have not been affected as he ages. His back condition has not kept him out of the lineup more than a few hours at a stretch. Rizzo is still a reliable right-handed bat, but he might never be an MVP caliber athlete again.
Rizzo is one of only five left-handed hitters who have hit more than 30 home runs per season in Cubs history. Rizzo is also one of only two players who has done it multiple times. Over a seven-year period, he averaged 29 home runs and helped the Cubs reach the postseason in 2015-2018.
De facto, he was the team’s leader after he signed a long-term deal with the Cubs in 2013. This was after Rizzo signed a long-term contract with the Cubs in 2013. Although the sides had been discussing a deal in the spring, an agreement was not reached. Rizzo was traded to New York the day before the trade deadline.
After a slow start to the season, New York rallied with Rizzo and Co. in the postseason. The Yankees were eliminated there. Boston Red SoxRizzo’s availability made it possible to mention the other team, the.