Photo credit: Anthony Rizzo
Photo credit: Anthony Rizzo

LOOK: Rizzo gets married, former Cubs reunite


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Chicago Cubs unofficial captain Anthony Rizzo married his girlfriend Emily Vakos in south Florida over the weekend.

Rizzo took to Instagram and thanked everyone that celebrated the special event with him:

"So much love for everyone who came and celebrated our very special weekend and for all the kind messages people have sent." he posted. "The most love to my amazing wife Emily, thank you for being you! Happy new year from the Rizzo’s!"

Congratulations to Anthony and Emily on their marriage from everyone at CubsHQ.com!

Several former Cubs were on hand and got to play some pre-reception golf with Rizzo including David Ross, Eric Hinkse, and Dexter Fowler.

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Fowler, his wife, and their child (flower girl) were in attendance for the fun event:

Former Cubs Matt Szczur was also in attendance at the wedding:

Check out the happy couple:

Country music star and diehard Cubs fan Brett Eldredge sang some songs at the wedding:

The happy couple was dancing with fireworks in the background:

LOL...It appears the beautiful couple met at a smoothie bar.

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