PHILADELPHIA -- On the same day his mom and dad were honored as the Little League Parents of the Year at the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo hit two home runs and drove in five during a 17-2 rout of the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday.
Rizzo’s parents must have done something right in raising the 28-year-old, as he’s quietly having his most productive season. After hitting his 29th and 30th home runs of the year, he should easily surpass his career high of 32, achieved twice, including last season; this is all happening the week after Rizzo won Player of the Week in the National League.