Cubs staking lot on Rizzo

Originally written on Chicago Tribune | Last updated 11/19/14

Leadership triumvirate has more invested in his success than reputationsThe Theo Trio — as big-time talent finders — and Anthony Rizzo — as a potential franchise player — are putting their rather sizable reputations on the line while trying to rebuild the Cubs.

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