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Anthony Rizzo exits Chicago Cubs win with back tightness
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Cubs, Rizzo agree to $41 million, 7-year deal
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Anthony Rizzo returns from back injury
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Cubs' Anthony Rizzo: Cancer survivor and heart of the team - Sports Illustrated
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Cubs 1B Anthony Rizzo frustrated by continuing back trouble - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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How Anthony Rizzo took charge, leading Cubs back into playoffs for one more run - The Athletic
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Anthony Rizzo leads off, pitches in Chicago Cubs loss
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Cubs' Anthony Rizzo adds hidden fantasy value due to quirky rule
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Hard to imagine Cubs removing Rizzo from first base