Anthony Vincent Rizzo, commonly known as Anthony Rizzo, is an American professional baseball player.
He currently plays as an outfielder for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball (MLB).
Before joining the Yankees, Rizzo’s MLB career began with the San Diego Padres, and he spent most of his playing time with the Chicago Cubs.
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- Full Name: Anthony Vincent Rizzo
- Stage Name: Anthony Rizzo
- Date of birth: August 8, 1989.
- Age: 34 years old.
- Place of birth: Parkland, Florida, United States.
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: American baseball player.
- Height: 1.91m
- Parents: Laurie Rizzo and John Rizzo.
- Siblings: John Rizzo Jr.
- Spouse: Emily Vakos
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $30 million.
Early life and education
Anthony Vincent Rizzo was born on August 8, 1989 in Parkland, Florida, United States. He is the son of Laurie Rizzo and John Rizzo and has an older brother named John Rizzo Jr. He attended Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
Career
Anthony Rizzo has built a solid career as a Major League Baseball player. Drafted by the Boston Red Sox in 2007, he has played for three teams during his 13 years in the MLB.
Rizzo made his MLB debut with the San Diego Padres in 2011 after being traded from the Red Sox organization. He spent just over a year with the Padres before being traded to the Chicago Cubs in 2012.
In Chicago, Rizzo became a key part of the Cubs, helping the team end a 108-year drought without winning a World Series championship in 2016. He was beloved by Cubs fans for his powerful hitting and excellent defense, even winning a Gold Glove Award in 2016.
In 10 seasons with the Cubs, Rizzo established himself as one of the top first basemen in the game, making multiple All-Star teams and hitting over 30 home runs in multiple seasons.
In a mid-season trade in 2021, Rizzo joined the New York Yankees, where he remains to this day (as of June 17, 2024). Known for his all-around game, Rizzo is a consistent hitter with impressive power, making him a valuable asset to any team he plays for.
Awards and appointments
- All-Star: Selected to MLB All-Star team three times
- World Series Champion: Champion with the Chicago Cubs
- Gold Glove Awards: Renowned for his defensive prowess, Rizzo has won the Gold Glove Award four times.
- Silver Slugger Award: Awarded the Silver Slugger Award in recognition of the best first baseman in the National League.
Social Media
- Instagram name: @arizz_44.
- Twitter Username: @ARizzo44.
Personal life
Rizzo proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Emily Vakos, on June 1, 2017. After Rizzo’s proposal, Emily accepted and the lovebirds began planning their wedding.
In December 2018, Rizzo and Emily Vakos officially tied the knot. Although the couple has been married for several years, they have yet to welcome a child into their family.
Net asset value
Anthony Rizzo, the famous baseball player, has an estimated net worth of $30 million. This considerable fortune is largely due to his successful professional baseball career, which spanned over a decade.
