Anthony Rizzo impressed the Cubs with piano performance of Adele's 'Hello'
Anthony Rizzo's talents extend far beyond baseball. It turns out the Cubs first baseman can carry a tune, quite well, on the piano.
Rizzo showed off his musical chops in front of teammates on Tuesday, jamming on an electric keyboard before warm-ups at Sloan Park. A few reporters were lucky enough to witness the impromptu gig and captured video of Rizzo playing Adele's hit tune "Hello" with teammates singing along.
#Cubs' Rizzo plays Adele pic.twitter.com/abQddSoMKw
— Patrick Finley (@patrickfinley) March 29, 2016
The slugger closed his gig with a cover of Train's "Drops of Jupiter," which promoted a loud round of applause and cheers from fellow players.
This is end of #Cubs Rizzo performance pic.twitter.com/7ffzqB4WOK
— Carrie Muskat (@CarrieMuskat) March 29, 2016
It was certainly a change of tune for Cubs manager Joe Maddon, who is usually the one providing the entertainment for his players. Maddon has brought in various acts and animals to help lighten the mood around the clubhouse.
"I love the fact that we put him in an uncomfortable and unannounced position, and he came through," Maddon said of Rizzo's performance (via NBCChicago.com). "That's the kind of stuff I really appreciate and respect."
