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On YouTubeNew York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 25
Former MVP Turning Back Clock in Career Renaissance With New York Yankees
Heading into the offseason, one of the positions that the New York Yankees knew they had to address was first base. They have received some excellent production from Anthony Rizzo earlier in his tenure with the franchise, but injuries led to a sharp decline in his performance on the field.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 20
Insider Reveals Where Cubs Stand on Anthony Rizzo Reunion
Former Chicago Cubs legend Anthony Rizzo remains without a team, which some might find surprising. However, Rizzo isn't the same player he once was, and as a result, no team in Major League Baseball wants the 35-year-old.
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 16
Multiple Teams Listed as Potential Candidates for New York Yankees Former Slugger
The New York Yankees have got off to an excellent start offensively this season, and a big reason why is because of the upgrades they made to their lineup in the offseason.
The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz
How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?
MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 9
Ex-Cubs Star Anthony Rizzo Predicted to Join AL Central Contender
Former Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo would be welcomed back with open arms if the Cubs ever considered a reunion. Unfortunately, it wouldn't be anything close to what Rizzo once did, but he'd be a nice player in the locker room.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 9
Potential destination for Anthony Rizzo would reunite slugger with former World Series teammate
Many years ago, Anthony Rizzo was one of the top first basemen in Major League Baseball.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 4
Yankees Suggested to Make Strange Move for Chicago Cubs Legend
There are always benefits in having veteran players around a clubhouse. The Chicago Cubs are fortunate to have a few veteran guys who will help the youngsters figure out the ins and outs of Major League Baseball.
Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / March 27
Former Chicago Cubs Star, World Champion Still Jobless as 2025 Season Starts
As the 2025 regular season begins (state side) on Thursday, it's surprising to look at major league rosters and not see either of J.D. Martinez or Anthony Rizzo on one.
New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / March 13
Ex-Yankees Star Anthony Rizzo Predicted to Make Surprise Return
The New York Yankees may have found their answer at designated hitter while Giancarlo Stanton recovers. The Yankees' injury woes started before Opening Day, dealing a major blow to their roster.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 13
Yankees Predicted to Land Former Cubs' World Series Champion
There are few Chicago Cubs players who have captured the hearts of the fans more than Anthony Rizzo did during his time with the organization. Even after not playing for the Cubs since the 2021 season, fans in Chicago love the former star slugger.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 6
Why Anthony Rizzo-Cubs Reunion Makes Sense for 2025 MLB Season
First baseman Anthony Rizzo, 35, has yet to find a match in free agency. After a down year at the plate, largely due to injuries, the New York Yankees declined his $17 million club option for 2025 in November.
MLB News / Empire Sports Media / March 1
Yankees’ new outfielder showing perfect swing for Yankee Stadium
Losing Juan Soto is going to hurt the Yankees‘ offense, when you see a generational player leave your franchise it will almost always lower the team’s chances of winning both short-term and long-term.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Chicago Cubs Legend Named Candidate to Retire in 2025
Prior to the concussion he suffered during the 2023 campaign for the New York Yankees, former Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo was playing at a
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / February 25
New York Yankees Veteran Free Agent Listed As Major Bounce Back Candidate
The New York Yankees made several major moves this offseason in trying to improve the roster after the loss of Juan Soto. One of the most significant additions
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / February 25
Former New York Yankees Star Refuses To Play For Minimum in Free Agency
A former New York Yankees star is still looking for a job but may be willing to walk away if it's not the right fit or price for him. Despite the last two seasons being filled with both injuries and poor production from Anthony Rizzo, the three-time All-Star says he does not want to retire.
New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / February 24
Gold Glove Free Agent Mulling Retirement While Seeking New Opportunity
With spring training games underway, 35-year-old Anthony Rizzo remains a free agent. While he’s healthy and eager to continue playing, the reality of his career’s possible end looms.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 23
Chicago Cubs: Would they explore reunion with veteran Cubs legend?
The Chicago Cubs have a long list of legendary figures who’ve made their mark with the franchise. Few, however, have made as deep a mark as Anthony Rizzo.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 22
Former Cubs star hopes to continue playing career
Anthony Rizzo remains hopeful of finding a landing spot for the upcoming season.
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23
Yankees free agent has sobering take on potentially being forced into retirement
New York Yankees free agent Anthony Rizzo understands that he very well could be forced into retirement this spring. The veteran first baseman had his $17 million club option declined by the Yankees at the end of last season.
Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / February 10
Former Chicago Cubs World Champion Surprisingly Still Without Team as Spring Training Begins
Spring training camps open up this week around baseball and former Chicago Cubs star Anthony Rizzo is surprisingly without a team still. Rizzo, 35, is coming off a down year with the New York Yankees in which he hit .228 with eight homers and 35 RBI, but it's still shocking to see him not even a garner a minor league deal yet.
MLB News / Empire Sports Media / January 7
Padres projected to land former Yankees star 1B to close out career
Anthony Rizzo could finish his career with the San Diego Padres — a franchise he saw a short stint with as a rookie in the MLB. Bleacher Report’s Joel
New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / November 2
Yankees decline 1B Anthony Rizzo's $17M option
The New York Yankees declined the $17 million club option for 2025 for first baseman Anthony Rizzo, the team announced Saturday. Rizzo, 35, will enter free agency after a trying season that saw him set full-season career-lows for homers (eight), RBIs (35) and OPS (.637).
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 2
Yankees decline club option on veteran first baseman
The Yankees announced that they had declined their 2025 club option on Anthony Rizzo, and the veteran first baseman is now a free agent.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / October 14
Letting Anthony Rizzo play through pain is risky move for Yankees
Just two weeks and a couple of days since getting hurt, Rizzo is in the lineup for the first game of the ALCS.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / October 6
Yankees' Anthony Rizzo making an impact despite not playing in ALDS
The New York Yankees are missing a key veteran in Anthony Rizzo as they begin their march to a 28th championship. The 35-year-old first baseman is still contributing to his team’s success by mentoring his replacements.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 5
Yankees to leave three-time All-Star off ALDS roster
He broke two fingers on his right hand when he was hit by a pitch late in the regular season.
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / October 3
Yankees unlikely to have key player ready for ALDS
The New York Yankees are likely to be down at least one key player for the American League Division Series against the Kansas City Royals.
The 'Active hit-by-pitch leaders' quiz
Beanballs, intentional or otherwise, are still very much part of modern-day baseball. Some players are better than others at getting out of the way. How many of the 25 active leaders in HBP can you name in six minutes?
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