Cubs Legends Anthony Rizzo and David Ross Team Up for Podcast Celebrating 2016 World Series The Chicago Cubs are commemorating the 10th anniversary of their 2016 World Series victory throughout 2026, with plans for a team reunion on July 18. The championship, which ended a 108-year title drought, remains a defining moment in franchise history, and many key players from that era continue to engage with the team and its fans. Anthony Rizzo, the former first baseman who retired in 2025 after a 14-year MLB career, has remained connected to the Cubs by pursuing a broadcasting career. He will work for NBC Sports and Netflix, while David Ross, who played for the Cubs from 2007 to 2016, concluded his 15-year playing career with the 2016 title. Ross later managed the Cubs from 2020 to 2023 before transitioning to television as an ESPN analyst. Rizzo and Ross are now collaborating on a new project as the 2026 season begins. They announced the "Lovable Reunion" podcast, which will feature interviews with former members of the 2016 championship team. The show aims to share stories and memories from that historic season, with Rizzo describing it as a chance to "sit down and everyone tells stories." The podcast will include filmed interviews and behind-the-scenes insights from the 2016 Cubs' title run. Guests confirmed for the series include Kris Bryant, Joe Maddon, Jon Lester, Jake Arrieta, John Lackey, Kyle Schwarber, and Addison Russell. Ross noted that the players are "ticked off" they can’t join the sessions in person, as the conversations often extend beyond the planned two-hour sessions. The first episode of the podcast is set to debut on March 31, 2026. The project reflects the enduring bond between the 2016 team members, who continue to connect with fans and each other despite their individual paths in baseball.#anthony_rizzo #david_ross #2016_world_series #cubs #kris_bryant
