The Yankees must translate that feeling onto the field, of course. “Part of the reason why I’m here is because Hal always goes for it; so does Brian,” said Cole, who signed with the Yankees before the 2020 season. Just as important, at least in Cubs’ lore, was Rizzo’s clubhouse routine before Game 5 of the World Series against Cleveland, when the Cubs trailed the series three games to one. We’re going to take care of business and go to Cleveland.’”When it was over, the last out of the World Series ended up in Rizzo’s glove. The Cubs had been waiting 108 years for that moment, and Rizzo was instrumental in making it happen.

Source: New York Times July 30, 2021 01:30 UTC