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The Chicago Cubs need to start with Anthony Rizzo–period. There’s a $16.5 million option, and the team needs to pick it up.
The Chicago Cubs’ Anthony Rizzo needs to pick up the $16.5 million option. That way, if they’re good, they can work on a plan to sign him long-term. Or option ‘B’? They’re missing out on the playoffs and can work on trading him for the trade deadline. I’ll take option A. h/t Jared Wyllys, Contributor to Forbes.