Did Rizzo Get Traded?

Did Rizzo Get Traded?

The New York Yankees announced that they have acquired INF Anthony Rizzo and cash considerations from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for minor league right-handed pitcher Alexander Vizcaíno and outfielder Kevin Alcántara. Rizzo, 31, is a three-time All-Star (2014-16) and is batting .

What team did Rizzo get traded to?

Those trades came on the heels of first baseman Anthony Rizzo being traded to the Yankees on Thursday. “I want to personally thank Anthony Rizzo, Javy Baez and Kris Bryant,” Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts said in a statement. “Together they played critical roles for one of the most successful runs in Chicago Cubs history.”

What happened to Rizzo?

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo has tested positive for COVID-19 and is on the injured list, manager Aaron Boone announced on Sunday. Rizzo, who turned 32 on Sunday, had light symptoms, according to Boone. He tested positive after Saturday's 5-4 win over the Seattle Mariners.

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