Tarps off Rizzo was a game-changer. https://t.co/IodpwdCY9t Via @Cubs on X

What happened: The Chicago Cubs amplified the Wrigley Field scene around "Tarps off Rizzo," calling it a game-changer after a social clip drew reaction across MLB circles. The post followed chatter from Jomboy Media and Marquee Sports Network about Rizzo joining the shirtless "Tarps Off" crowd energy.

Why it matters: The moment matters less as roster news than as a fan-culture marker for a Cubs team leaning into Wrigley momentum during the regular season. The wider "Tarps Off" trend has moved across MLB parks, and the Cubs tying it to a franchise icon gives the bit a sharper local hook.

By the numbers: MLB's league account also noted the Cubs picked up their seventh walk-off win of the season, adding on-field weight to the crowd moment.

What to watch: Watch whether the Cubs keep featuring the Tarps Off crowd in team content, especially around future Wrigley late-game wins.

Sources

  • @Cubs