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Former Cubs player Anthony Rizzo snares Michael Busch's home run ball in the Wrigley Field bleachers
By Matt Carlson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 18, 2026
· 2 min read
The ball from current Cubs first baseman Michael Busch’s first inning solo homer in a 6-2 win over Minnesota on Saturday was recovered in Wrigley Field’s right-field bleachers by former Chicago first baseman Anthony Rizzo.Rizzo didn’t catch Busch’s 12th homer on the fly, but reached behind and pi...
Key takeaway Rizzo, a three-time All-Star who played 10 of his 14 seasons with the Cubs, took part in dedicating an arching, 31-foot wide “Champions Gate” on the west side of Wrigley Field before the game.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The retrieval of Michael Busch's home run ball by former Cubs player Anthony Rizzo in the Wrigley Field bleachers is a moment that resonates deeply with San Antonio baseball fans who have followed Rizzo's career. As a community that values its own sports heroes, San Antonio can appreciate the significance of Rizzo's gesture, which not only showcased his athleticism but also his connection to the Cubs' legacy. The fact that Rizzo was in attendance to dedicate the "Champions Gate" commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Cubs' World Series win adds to the poignancy of the moment. For San Antonio fans who have watched Rizzo's journey from a distance, this incident serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between players, teams, and their fans, and the ways in which sports can transcend geographical boundaries to create a sense of community and shared experience.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The ball from current Cubs first baseman Michael Busch’s first inning solo homer in a 6-2 win over Minnesota on Saturday was recovered in Wrigley Field’s right-field bleachers by former Chicago first baseman Anthony Rizzo.Rizzo didn’t catch Busch’s 12th homer on the fly, but reached behind and pi...
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