New York Yankees’ first baseman Anthony Rizzo has been named the American League Player of the Week after hitting .407/.429/.926 with four home runs and seven RBIs. On the National League side, Alec Bohm received the honor. Rizzo’s impressive performance has led to a 1.354 OPS, showcasing his power at the plate. He reached a milestone by hitting his 300th career home run in Sunday’s victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. It’s notable that this achievement coincided with the three-year anniversary of Rizzo striking out Freddie Freeman.
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Rizzo has an illustrious baseball career, boasting accolades such as being a three-time All-Star, a World Series champion with the Cubs in 2016, and multiple Gold Glove and Silver Slugger awards. With 1,594 career hits, 761 walks, and 945 RBIs, Rizzo has left a significant mark on the game. His recent hot streak includes going 7-for-8 with six runs scored, two doubles, two homers, and four RBIs in the last two games leading up to Monday.
Anthony Rizzo: .407/.429/.926, 4 HR, 7 RBI
Alec Bohm: .567/.581/.933, 9 XBH, 8 RBIYour @Chevrolet AL and NL Players of the Week! pic.twitter.com/tzsROeEc8Y
— MLB (@MLB) April 29, 2024
Despite the Yankees’ lineup filled with powerful hitters, Rizzo’s contributions stand out. Winning the AL Player of the Week further solidifies his impressive resume, and at 34 years old, he still has plenty of potential ahead. Comparisons to players like Justin Turner, who have improved with age, raise questions about Rizzo’s potential trajectory. With the possibility of reaching 1,000 career RBIs and maintaining solid numbers in the coming seasons, could a trip to Cooperstown be in Rizzo’s future?