Wrigleyville – Page 14 – Southport Corridor News and Events

End of an era: The Cubs trade Kris Bryant to the Giants

Cubs Send Shortstop Javier Báez to Mets as Sell-Off Continues

Anthony Rizzo leaves Wrigley Field for the last time

Anthony and Emily Rizzo leave Wrigley Field with the dog Kevin after being traded to New York. July 29, 2021.

Anthony Rizzo’s dad thanked #Cubs fans for being the greatest fans on the planet & made his wish for @ARizzo44’s legacy

“I want him to be next to Ernie Banks taking a ball out of his back pocket” pic.twitter.com/V2yIjUFKgV
— WGN TV News (@WGNNews) July 30, 2021

Anthony Rizzo and his family – a last walk around Wrigley Field

A collective cry is in order as Anthony Rizzo has been traded.

Anthony Rizzo & his family soaking up Wrigley Field. 💔

(📸: @amartinez_11) pic.twitter.com/ggJRdKFcIc
— Cubs Zone ™️ (@CubsZone) July 29, 2021

Anthony Rizzo leaving Wrigley Field for the last time:

Thank you for everything @ARizzo44 pic.twitter.com/ttXDL3F5ml
— Murphy’s Bleachers (@murphysbleacher) July 30, 2021

Anthony Rizzo with pup Kevin walk through Wrigley Field that last time. July 29, 2021

Cubs Reportedly Set to Trade Anthony Rizzo to Yankees (receiving outfielder Kevin Alcantara and pitcher Alexander Vizcaino)

One of the most beloved players in the history of the Chicago Cubs is likely on the move, as multiple reports have indicated that first baseman Anthony Rizzo is close to being traded to the New York Yankees.

According to YES Network’s Jack Curry, the Yankees are “moving closer” to acquiring Rizzo:

The Yankees are moving closer to acquiring Anthony Rizzo from the Cubs. #yankees
— Jack Curry (@JackCurryYES) July 29, 2021

Amazon Studio’s Paper Girls filming in Chicago’s Southport Corridor Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Paper Girls will be filming on Chicago’s Southport Corridor north of Waveland this upcoming week.

1118 W. Patterson Avenue ready to rise by Wrigley Field

Building permits are good to go for 1118 W. Patterson Avenue

Uncommon Ground celebrating 30 years in Wrigleyville

Uncommon Ground at 3800 N. Clark St. in Wrigleyville is celebrating 30 years.

The independently owned and operated restaurant Uncommon Ground will celebrate 30 years in business in Chicago’s Lakeview/Wrigleyville neighborhood.

Since 1991, owners Mike and Helen Cameron have been community leaders in the “farm to table” movement and continue to be recognized for their commitment to sustainable practices.

The Cubs could be getting closer to opening a DraftKings sports book betting facility at Wrigley Field

In September 2020, the Cubs and DraftKings announced a partnership to open a sports book at Wrigley Field

In September 2020, the Cubs and DraftKings announced a partnership to open a sports book at Wrigley Field sometime in the future according to Bleed Cubbie Blue.

Proposed DraftKing area at Wrigley Field

There was at least one catch to that announcement:

There are still quite a few things that have to happen before this sportsbook opens, according to this ESPN article. The article notes that regulatory approval has to come from the city of Chicago and the team and DraftKings will have to get a license from the Illinois Gaming Board.

X-Golf coming to 3551 N. Sheffield in Wrigleyville

If the city signs off, the virtual golf franchise could open as soon as late this year in the two-story former Starbucks across from Wrigley Field

National indoor Golf Simulator Franchise, X-Golf is taking over the former Starbucks space at 3551 N. Sheffield in Wrigleyville.

Diver at the Park is open with a patio at the Wheelhouse Hotel

Diver at the Park sits inside the baseball-themed Wheelhouse Hotel just a block from Wrigley Field.

Who doesn’t love a new restaurant in the neighborhood?

3542 N. Southport TOD Development Officially Approved

Basics Salon is long gone and we chatted about this TOD proposal earlier in 2019, and now it has been approved by Ald. Tunney’s office for construction. The former building has been demolished so expect construction to start soon. What retail would you like to see here?