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Newsweek
6 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Cubs Interested In Negotiating Extension In-Season For Breakout Star
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. According to Patrick Mooney of The Athletic, the Chicago Cubs are interested in locking up their budding star, Pete Crow-Armstrong, with a long-term extension. With Crow-Armstrong's start to the season, the Cubs might be trying to get a deal done sooner rather than later because his value is skyrocketing. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 26: Pete Crow-Armstrong #4 of the Chicago Cubs bats in a game against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field on May 26, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 26: Pete Crow-Armstrong #4 of the Chicago Cubs bats in a game against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field on May 26, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. Photo by Matt Dirksen/The Cubs centerfielder is in the midst of a breakout season at the plate, hitting .274 with 14 home runs entering Wednesday. The Cubs and Crow-Armstrong had initially traded proposals around the end of spring training, but nothing was agreed upon at the time. With Crow-Armstrong making a strong case for the National League MVP award in just his second season it is understandable that the Cubs are interested in getting a deal in place soon. Crow-Armstrong does not want to discuss contracts during the season and wants to be focused on the season. While the Cubs and Crow-Armstrong's agency, Creative Artists Agency, do not have any organizational rules barring contract discussions, the Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said the club is allowing Crow-Armstong to focus on baseball. Crow-Armstong is not only getting the job done at the plate, but the youngster is playing at a Gold Glove-level in defensively while possessing game wrecking speed on the bases. Crow-Armstrong was underwhelming last season but is breaking out in a big way and is well on his way to earn a big pay day. The Cubs have Crow-Armstrong under team control through 2030 so there is some leeway in their extension talks but it may serve the team well to reach an agreement before Crow-Armstrong is arbitration-eligible. More MLB: Cubs Sign Former Arch Rival Reliever To Help Struggling Bullpen
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Anthony Rizzo makes unexpected Red Sox return after years away: Report
Anthony Rizzo makes unexpected Red Sox return after years away: Report (Image Source: Daniel/ X) Anthony Rizzo signs with Red Sox after Triston Casas injury shake-up Veteran Anthony Rizzo could steady Boston's infield The Boston Red Sox have taken a daring step to solve their first base problem. The Red Sox are signing veteran first baseman Anthony Rizzo, who played last for the arch-rival New York Yankees, reports The Athletic. The move follows just days after Boston lost Triston Casas to a severe knee injury. Anthony Rizzo is bringing experience, leadership, and Gold Glove-level defense to a young Red Sox roster struggling to remain competitive in the AL the loss of Triston Casas to a ruptured left patellar tendon, the Red Sox had a large void to fill at first Casas was injured on Friday attempting to beat out an infield single and was put on the injured list on Saturday. With only Romy Gonzalez as an internal solution, Boston turned outside for assistance and found it in a familiar Yankee and three-time All-Star Anthony Rizzo will be sporting a Red Sox jersey once again. Anthony Rizzo was initially drafted by Boston in 2007 before he was traded away. The 34-year-old Anthony Rizzo comes with a wealth of experience after playing in the 2024 World Series with New York and earlier assisting the Cubs to win a title in his bat isn't what it used to be he batted a mere.224 with eight home runs and a.637 OPS last season. Anthony Rizzo is still a good defender. He might take a little time to get rid of rust before diving into everyday work, but his glove and leadership should serve Boston Rizzo's signing indicates that Boston is not ready to give up on the playoff chase even without Casas. Although internal solutions such as Gonzalez provide some flexibility, Anthony Rizzo provides a genuine first baseman's glove and veteran return to the Red Sox is almost two decades since the team originally drafted him. The signing also creates intrigue for future Yankees. Red Sox games, as Anthony Rizzo now wears the uniform of the Bronx Bombers' hasn't yet made an announcement about when Anthony Rizzo will officially become a part of the roster or how many at-bats he'll accumulate before being activated, but the switch provides the team with a clear direction as they get accustomed to life without Read: 'He Is Certainly Athletic Enough'- MLB Insider Suggests Red Sox Outfielder's Name For Triston Casas' Replacement
