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CHICAGO (WLS) — Anthony Rizzo, who was part of the Chicago Cubs’ World Series winning team in 2016, was honored during a pre-game ceremony Saturday at Wrigley Field to celebrate his MLB retirement.
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The Cubs legend announced his retirement on Wednesday.
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The former first baseman threw out the ceremonial first pitch before the Cubs played the and Tampa Bay Rays Saturday.

Former Chicago Cubs player Anthony Rizzo threw out the ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game between the Chicago Cubs and Tampa Bay Rays, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025.
(AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
Rizzo, 36, played 14 seasons in MLB, including 10 seasons with the Cubs.
“Anthony Rizzo was the face of one of the most successful eras in Chicago Cubs history and we are so excited he will be a part of our organization for many years to come,” Cubs Executive Chairman Tom Ricketts said earlier this week. “His play on the field spoke for itself and was recognized with multiple All-Star appearances, Gold Glove Awards, the Roberto Clemente Award and, ultimately, being a team leader on the 2016 World Series championship team. Who could forget Anthony catching Kris Bryant’s throw from third base for the final out that clinched the series?”
He will now assume the role of a team ambassador for the Cubs.
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