Anthony Rizzo's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Anthony Rizzo.

Anthony Rizzo is a professional baseball first baseman who has played for the San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs, and New York Yankees in MLB. He is currently a free agent.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1908: First World Series title since 1908

In 2016, Anthony Rizzo helped the Cubs win their first World Series title since 1908.

1945: First World Series appearance since 1945

In 2016, Anthony Rizzo led the Cubs to their first World Series appearance since 1945.

August 1983: Mel Hall's Nine Homers

Mel Hall hit nine homers in August 1983 for the Cubs.

September 2, 2008: In Remission

On September 2, 2008, Anthony Rizzo's doctor informed him that he was in remission from Hodgkin's lymphoma, although he still had six weeks of treatment and follow-up testing to complete.

September 8, 2015: 100th Career Home Run

On September 8, 2015, Anthony Rizzo hit his 100th career home run and 300th RBI against Cardinals pitcher Michael Wacha.

December 11, 2016: 5th Annual Walk-Off for Cancer and Anthony Rizzo Day

On December 11, 2016, The Anthony Rizzo Foundation's 5th annual Walk-Off for Cancer raised more than $500,000. Broward County Commissioner Michael Udine proclaimed the day as Anthony Rizzo Day in Broward County, and Rizzo's high school retired his jersey.

2016: World Series Title with the Cubs

In 2016, Anthony Rizzo won a World Series title with the Chicago Cubs, adding to his list of accolades including the Silver Slugger Award, Gold Glove Award, and Roberto Clemente Award.

2016: Awards and World Series Win

In 2016, Anthony Rizzo won a World Series title, a Gold Glove Award, Esurance MLB Awards and a Silver Slugger Award.

2017: Rizzo as Lead-off Hitter

In 2017, the Cubs manager put Anthony Rizzo into the lead-off spot. On September 2, Rizzo became the fourth Cubs players to hit at least 30 home runs, 30 doubles, and 100 RBIs in three or more seasons.

2017: Roberto Clemente Award

On October 27, 2017, Anthony Rizzo was named as the recipient of the Roberto Clemente Award for his charity's work to find a cure for childhood cancer.

2018: Gold Glove Award

In 2018, Anthony Rizzo received his second Gold Glove Award.

2019: Third Gold Glove Award

In 2019, Anthony Rizzo received his third career Gold Glove Award.

2020: 2020 Season Statistics and Gold Glove Award

In 2020, Anthony Rizzo played 58 games with a .222/.342/.414 hit line, 11 home runs, 24 RBIs, and 3 stolen bases. Rizzo also received his fourth Gold Glove Award. The Chicago Cubs picked up Rizzo's last year of his contract after the season ended.