A WORLD Series champion has suddenly announced his retirement and will make an appearance at his longtime team's game on Saturday.

The MLB star has called it quits with just several weeks left of the 2025 regular season.

On Tuesday night, former first baseman Anthony Rizzo attended a New York Yankees game in the Bronx.

The three-time All-Star first baseman last played in 2024 with the Yankees, where he rocked the pinstripes for three and a half seasons.

But after going unsigned as a free agent since last offseason, Rizzo's playing career has ended.

On Wednesday morning, Rizzo announced his retirement as his former team, the Chicago Cubs, will plan a ceremony to honor the 36-year-old on Saturday at Wrigley Field before their game versus the Tampa Bay Rays .

The Cubs also ann

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