CHICAGO — In a revelation that has left the baseball community reeling, multiple reports suggest former Cubs superstar Anthony Rizzo is preparing to spend big — very big — to reestablish his place in Wrigleyville. According to insiders, the 2016 World Series hero has allegedly made moves toward acquiring a minority ownership stake in the Chicago Cubs, with figures whispered in the range of $75 million to $100 million.
If true, the move would catapult Rizzo from beloved first baseman to boardroom power broker, reigniting his legacy in Chicago in ways no one could have imagined.
For a decade, Rizzo was the emotional heartbeat of the Cubs, captaining the team through its most historic moment in more than a century: the 2016 championship that ended the franchise’s 108-year drought. After being traded to the Yankees in 2021, his exit was bittersweet, leaving many fans heartbroken.
Now, the notion that Rizzo might return — not as a player, but as a stakeholder in the franchise — is nothing short of seismic. “Anthony has always seen Chicago as home,” one source close to the discussions reportedly said. “This isn’t just an investment for him. It’s about legacy.”
MLB franchise valuations have soared in recent years, with the Cubs valued north of $4.5 billion. Even a small stake represents an astronomical price tag. For Rizzo to be connected to a figure between $75–100 million highlights both his financial clout and his determination to remain intertwined with the Cubs’ future.
While exact details remain closely guarded, league insiders believe Rizzo could be partnering with a larger consortium of investors — a model that has become common in modern sports ownership.
The news has already sent shockwaves through Chicago. On social media, reactions ranged from disbelief to euphoria. “Imagine Rizzo sitting in the owner’s box at Wrigley — the same guy who carried us to a title in ’16. It’s surreal,” one fan posted. Another was more cautious: “I love Rizzo, but owning a team is business, not nostalgia. Can he really influence the future of the Cubs?”
Local talk radio exploded with debate over whether Rizzo’s ownership stake would translate into real decision-making power or simply a symbolic gesture by the Ricketts family.
Beyond the dollars, the symbolism is enormous. A Cubs icon stepping into the ownership suite could change how the franchise is perceived, both by fans and across MLB. It would mark the first time in modern team history that a central figure from their championship core took a direct stake in the organization’s governance.
Financial analysts also note that Rizzo’s potential involvement could be strategic for the Cubs. By bringing in a beloved figure tied to the 2016 glory, the ownership group could heal wounds from recent unpopular decisions, including the dismantling of that very championship core.
So far, Rizzo has remained silent on the swirling rumors. Neither his representatives nor the Cubs’ front office have confirmed the reports, but the smoke is growing thicker. If the deal moves forward, it could be announced in the offseason, when the team is expected to make major organizational decisions.
For now, the idea remains both shocking and tantalizing: Anthony Rizzo, once the face of the Cubs on the field, may soon be the face of the Cubs in the boardroom.
If true, this is not just a business move — it’s a resurrection of legacy. And for Chicago, a city that still chants his name years after his dep
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