Anthony Rizzo announced his retirement from professional baseball on September 10, 2025. He retired as a member of the Chicago Cubs after a 14-year MLB career, during which he played a decade with the Cubs and was instrumental in their 2016 World Series championship. Following his retirement announcement, Rizzo joined the Cubs organization as a team ambassador. He was honored in a ceremony at Wrigley Field on September 13, 2025, before a game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
