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Anthony Rizzo Contemplates Joining Team Italy for WBC

12/28/2025

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Anthony Rizzo, former New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs first baseman, is considering joining Team Italy for the World Baseball Classic after a 2024 injury-plagued season.
The 36-year-old three-time All-Star, who played for the Yankees from 2021 to 2024, hit 32 home runs in 2022.
Rizzo is a 2016 World Series champion with the Chicago Cubs.
His decision remains pending as he weighs representing Italy in the tournament.

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Anthony Rizzo, former New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs first baseman, is considering joining Team Italy for the World Baseball Classic after a 2024 injury-plagued season.
The 36-year-old three-time All-Star, who played for the Yankees from 2021 to 2024, hit 32 home runs in 2022.
Rizzo is a 2016 World Series champion with the Chicago Cubs.
His decision remains pending as he weighs representing Italy in the tournament.