Following his retirement announcement, former Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo discussed the Cubs' chances of making a deep run in the postseason.

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The Astros, who are trying to stay afloat atop the AL West, have placed right-hander Luis García on the injured list with elbow discomfort. Anthony Rizzo is signing a one-day contract with the Cubs to retire as a member of the organization on Saturday. Following his retirement, Rizzo will officially join the Cubs as a club ambassador.

Anthony Rizzo enjoyed his final night before retirement. The former Yankees first baseman — who became a free agent after New York declined his $17 million option for the 2025 season and paid him a $6 million buyout — tossed back a Bud Light while being shown on the Jumbotron at Yankee Stadium during Tuesday’s 12-2 loss to the Detroit Tigers.

Anthony Rizzo, regarded as one of the standout performers for the New York Yankees, recently opened up about his emotions upon departing from the Chicago Cubs.

Out of Major League Baseball for an entire season now, some believe that Rizzo won't play another game in the league. That includes Jake Elman of FanSided, who named him one of four ex-Yankee stars who won't play another game in the show.

The New York Yankees welcomed former second baseman Gleyber Torres to Yankee Stadium during the series opener against the Detroit Tigers.