Former Cubs star Anthony Rizzo smashed his 300th career home run against the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. With the New York Yankees dominating the Brewers 13-5 in the eighth inning, Rizzo launched a two-run homer to center field, further widening the Bronx Bombers’ lead. This impressive feat came in the wake of the Yankees scoring 15 runs against the Brewers for the second consecutive game.
While Rizzo now wears the Yankees uniform after being traded in the 2021 season, his legacy in Chicago remains vivid in the memories of Cubs fans. A four-time Gold Glove winner and three-time All-Star, Rizzo played a pivotal role in the Cubs’ journey to the World Series Championship in 2016.
Anthony Rizzo powers out his 300th career home run! pic.twitter.com/JId5WDD5yi
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During his tenure with the Cubs spanning ten seasons, Rizzo emerged as a cornerstone in the lineup, contributing significantly to the team’s resurgence. His impressive stats include 242 home runs, 283 doubles, and 784 RBIs, with a batting average of .272 and an OPS of .861.
In the 2024 season, Rizzo has maintained a solid performance with a slash line of .277/.341/.446, hitting five home runs and tallying 15 RBIs. Despite no longer donning the Cubbie blue, Chicago fans continue to cherish Rizzo’s contributions, especially when he helps the Yankees secure a decisive victory against a division rival.
Congratulations to Anthony Rizzo on reaching this historic milestone in his illustrious career.