CHICAGO -- Anthony Rizzo slipped on his Cubs jersey, turned his back to the cameras and spread his arms wide. All around his name and number on the back were signatures of kids Rizzo had visited at Lurie Children’s Hospital over the years in Chicago.

For Rizzo, giving them a moment in the spotlight was important, because he feels his legacy as a member of the Cubs extends beyond the 108-year World Series drought that the 2016 team ended. Rizzo understood he could not only impact with his play on the field, but as a cancer survivor away from the diamond.

And Saturday was a celebration of what Rizzo did for the city.

“After we won the World Series, we knew,” Rizzo said. “Being here, you hear all the stories from all the fans. The Cubs Conventions, just walking in, the fans, it’s ove

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