Cubs News: Tom Ricketts releases statement following trades of Rizzo, Baez and Bryant

Ricketts released a statement on all the former Cubs stars traded away

by Press Release - Fri Jul 30 18:59:26 GMT-05:00 2021

CHICAGO – Chicago Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts today issued the following statement regarding the recent transactions involving Anthony Rizzo, Javier Báez and Kris Bryant.

“I want to personally thank Anthony Rizzo, Javy Báez and Kris Bryant. Together they played critical roles for one of the most successful runs in Chicago Cubs history. They each secured a place in the hearts of Cubs fans everywhere. While their days taking the field together as Cubs have come to an end, they gave us memories we will hold forever.

I also wish to acknowledge Jed and his team for making the tough decisions necessary to build the next great Cubs team.”