CHICAGO — Rumors that Anthony Rizzo is preparing to spend up to $100 million to take part in the ownership of the Chicago Cubs are shaking the American baseball world. And last night, the 2016 World Series legend finally spoke up, with a statement that was both surprising and symbolic:
“I don’t want to be just a player in Cubs history, I want to be a part of their future.”
From rumor to “half-hearted answer”
Over the past week, social media has exploded with rumors that Rizzo is preparing to become the new face of the Cubs’ co-ownership. The $100 million figure has been mentioned over and over again as proof of the seriousness of the deal.
Although Rizzo did not directly confirm it, his words at a charity event in Chicago last night only fanned the flames. When asked about the rumor, he smiled:
“Money can buy shares, but love is what binds me to the Cubs forever. A hundred million dollars? I think the true value of the Cubs in my heart is much greater.”
Cubs fans “can’t sit still”
Within a few hours, the speech went viral on Twitter and TikTok. The hashtag #RizzoFutureCubs was the top trending topic in Chicago.
A fan shouted outside Wrigley Field: “If Rizzo says it, then I believe it. He will come back, not on the field, but in the seat of power!”
Meanwhile, a group of young fans held a banner reading: “Bring Rizzo Home – From Hero to Owner”, turning the charity event into a party of hope.
The truth behind the words?
Experts say that Rizzo’s statement, although not a confirmation, is enough to confirm that he is considering a deeper role with the Cubs. An MLB expert commented:
“When Rizzo talks about ‘the future,’ it’s not just a loose talk. He’s being vague. And in the world of sports, being vague is sometimes a way to prepare for a big bang.”
The legal issue remains, as Rizzo currently plays for the New York Yankees. MLB will have to resolve conflicts of interest if a player is also a shareholder of another team. However, the silence from the Cubs and Ricketts Family makes the public believe that “smoke has fire.”
$100 million – the number of the heart
Aside from the controversy, what gives the rumor more weight is the number: $100 million. For many players, this is a lifelong dream. For Rizzo, it’s just a “return ticket.”
“A hundred million is not for owning, it’s for being. I’ve lifted the World Series trophy here. Now, if destiny wants it, I’m ready to lift the Cubs’ future.”
Although there has been no official confirmation, Rizzo’s shocking statement has turned the rumor into a public storm. Are the Cubs about to enter a new era, with the 2016 legend at the helm?
A veteran Chicago fan exclaimed: “When that day comes, we won’t just welcome a boss. We’ll welcome the family back.”
And with his statement last night, Anthony Rizzo planted the seeds of that belief.
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