Terrence Antonio James/Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant celebrates with teammates after scoring in the sixth inning against the Diamondbacks on April 19, 2019, at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant bats in the seventh inning at Wrigley Field on Aug. 22, 2019.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs an autograph for a fan during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago hotel Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Chicago.
Stacy Revere / Getty ImagesKris Bryant looks on before Game 4 of the NLCS against the Dodgers at Wrigley Field on Oct. 18, 2017.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant, listens to a reporter's question, at Progressive Field, in Cleveland, Ohio, on Oct. 24, 2016.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneA group of Chicago Cubs fans wearing Kris Bryant jerseys show off their support for Bryant as he warms up for an at-bat in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on July 23, 2021.
Harry How / Getty ImagesKris Bryant strikes out in the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in game three of the National League Championship Series at Dodger Stadium on October 18, 2016.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneChicago Cubs infielder Kris Bryant (17) warms up at first base before a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Wrigley Field on May 5, 2021.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016, before Game 7 of the World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland.
Jamie Squire / Getty ImagesKris Bryant throws to first base in the 9th inning against the Dodgers during Game 3 of the NLCS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 17, 2017.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant does an interview in the dugout after hitting his home run in the All-Star Game at Petco Park on July 12, 2016.
Erin Hooley / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Blue Jays on Aug. 18, 2017, at Wrigley Field.
Nam Y. Huh / APBryant stretches on the field before a baseball game against the Pirates on Aug. 31, 2016.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant sits in the dugout Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at Wrigley Field.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant looks up after striking out during the third inning against the Twins on Sept. 20, 2020, at Wrigley Field.
Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs autographs before a spring training game against the Brewers at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Saturday Feb. 23, 2019.
Jonathan Daniel / Getty ImagesKris Bryant warms up before Game Three of the 2016 World Series against the Cleveland Indians at Wrigley Field on October 28, 2016.
Erin Hooley / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant signs autographs before playing the Dodgers on Wednesday, June 20, 2018, at Wrigley Field.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs infielder Kris Bryant signs autographs during spring training on Feb. 15, 2020 in Mesa, Ariz.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Marlins at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, in Chicago.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant throws to first base during the second inning of the team's Cactus League home opener against the Royals on March 2, 2021, in Mesa, Ariz.
Jon Durr / Getty ImagesKris Bryant smiles as he talks with third base umpire Lance Barksdale before the game against the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 26, 2017.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant tosses a ball to a fan before a game Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant after diving for a foul ball in the fourth inning Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016, in Game 7 of the World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo share a snack in the dugout before their workout Oct. 9, 2016 a day before Game 3 of their National League Division Series at AT&T Park.
John J. Kim/Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks to the dugout after striking out against the Diamondbacks on April 21, 2019, at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant checks out the new dugout and the snow on Monday, April 9, 2018 on opening day at Wrigley Field. The game was postponed.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant watches the flight of his home run to left field during the first inning of their game against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Aug. 31, 2016.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs baserunner Kris Bryant slides in safely at third base while advancing on a single by teammate Anthony Rizzo in the first inning against the Rockies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, June 10, 2017.
Elsa / Getty ImagesKris Bryant reacts after striking out during the third inning against the Cleveland Indians in Game One of the 2016 World Series at Progressive Field on October 25, 2016.
John J. Kim/Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant rests at second base in the sixth inning against the Pirates on April 11, 2019, at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant prepares to face the Diamondbacks from the Wrigley Field dugout on Aug. 3, 2017.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago Tri / Chicago TribuneThe Cubs' Kris Bryant stands in the outfield during the first inning against the Royals on Aug. 3, 2020, at Wrigley Field.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneChicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant stand at the plate during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field on July 26, 2021.
Harry How / Getty ImagesKris Bryant looks on from the dugout against the Los Angeles Dodgers in game five of the National League Division Series at Dodger Stadium on October 20, 2016.
Alex Brandon / APKris Bryant is doused by Henry Blanco as they celebrate after the Cubs defeated the Nationals 9-8 in Game 5 of the NLDS on Oct. 13, 2017.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant is congratulated by Cubs first base coach Brandon Hyde after his solo home run in the first inning Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016, in Game 6 of the World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland.
Ezra Shaw / Getty ImagesKris Bryant rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the fourth inning against the Cleveland Indians in Game Five of the 2016 World Series at Wrigley Field on October 30, 2016.
Jonathan Daniel / Getty ImagesKris Bryant peeks out from under a towel thrown on his head by a teammate in the dugout before the Cubs take on the White Sox at Wrigley Field on July 28, 2016.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant celebrates after scoring against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Aug. 17, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on Aug. 1, 2017.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs autographs for fans before a game at Wrigley Field on April 19, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant grounds into a double play against the Brewers in the first inning at Wrigley Field on Thursday, July 6, 2017, in Chicago.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant celebrates with his fiancee Jessica Delp after the Cubs won the World Series at Progressive Field on Nov. 3, 2016.
Terrence Antonio James / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant stretches before the start of a game against the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field on Monday, July 23, 2018.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant leaves Wrigley Field dressed in an "Easy Rider"-themed outfit after the Cubs lost to the Nationals at Wrigley Field on Aug. 6, 2017.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant waves to someone in the stands as he by Anthony Rizzo's father, John, before the Home Run Derby on July 11, 2016.
Stacy Revere / Getty ImagesKris Bryant makes a throw to first base during the sixth inning against the Brewers at Miller Park on July 29, 2017 in Milwaukee.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant before a game Sept. 29, 2018, at Wrigley Field.
Erin Hooley / Chicago TribuneChicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant throws to first during the sixth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field on April 4, 2021.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant gestures to one of his coaches he is supposed to play catch with before the start of a Cactus League game on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.
Susan Walsh / APPresident Donald Trump holds a Cubs jersey as he meets with members of the 2016 World Series champions on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant flips his bat after striking out to end the fourth inning against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Sept. 21, 2019.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneAnthony Rizzo, left, talks with Kris Bryant on the first day of full-squad workouts during Cubs spring training Feb. 22, 2021 in Mesa, Ariz.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant has a laugh while attending a team work out at Wrigley Field October 13, 2016 in advance of game 1 of the NLCS on Saturday.
Chris Sweda/Chicago TribuneKris Bryant speaks to the media on the opening day of Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant warms up Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant prepares to take the field Sunday, June 10, 2018 at Wrigley Field.
Charles Rex Arbogast / APKris Bryant, right, and Jason Heyward, second from right, celebrate in the dugout after they and Victor Caratini scored on Anthony Rizzo's double during the fifth inning against the White Sox on Wednesday, July 26, 2017.
Nam Y. Huh / APThird baseman Kris Bryant tosses a ball to a fan before Game 6 of the National League baseball championship series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Oct. 22, 2016, in Chicago.
Brian Cassella/Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant poses in a Santa hat on the team's photo day at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneA billboard showcases Kris Bryant before Game 1 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field Oct. 7, 2016.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant cheers as the Cubs defeated the Indians in the early hours of Nov. 3, 2016, in Game 7 to win the World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneTommy La Stella, left, and Kris Bryant laugh in the dugout before the start of the game against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Saturday, July 7, 2018.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneCubs left fielder Kris Bryant catches a fly to left field against the Rockies during the National League wild-card game Oct. 2, 2018, at Wrigley Field.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Brewers at Wrigley Field on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant warms up Oct. 10, 2016 before Game 3 of their National League Division Series at AT&T Park.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant takes a practice swing during batting practice for a game against the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 6, 2019.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant is congratulated on a three-run home run against the Pirates in the first inning at Wrigley Field on Sept. 15, 2019.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant starts the celebration Oct. 22, 2016 in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant strikes out in the seventh inning Oct. 1, 2018, at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella/Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant doubles in the third inning on April 8, 2019, at Wrigley Field.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneCubs infielder Kris Bryant adjusts his cap while watching the sixth inning against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Aug. 25, 2018.
Major League Baseball / APKris Bryant, left, and Anthony Rizzo while shooting a commercial for the mock Bryzzo Souvenir Company in Mesa, Ariz., on Feb. 22 2017. Bryant and Rizzo had a big hit with their Bryzzo Souvenir Company commercials last season and are stepping up their game for this year's spots.
Alex Gallardo / APThe Cubs' Kris Bryant, center, listens to the team group discussion before a game against the Padres in San Diego, Friday, July 13, 2018.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo embrace after the Cubs beat the Nationals to win Game 5 of the NLDS on Oct. 12, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant (right) and first baseman Anthony Rizzo have a laugh before an interview on the first day of the annual Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, January 12, 2018.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant fist-bumps young fans during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention at on Jan. 17, 2020, in Chicago.
Jose M. Osorio / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant walks on stage after being introduced in Chicago on Friday, Nov. 4, 2016, during the Cubs' World Series rally.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant makes a great stop and throws out the Cleveland Indians right fielder Brandon Guyer in the 2nd inning Oct. 30, 2016 in Game 5 of the World Series at Wrigley Field.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant walks on the field while throwing the ball during the second day of Cubs spring training at Sloan Park Thursday Feb. 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz.
David Banks / Getty ImagesKris Bryant breaks his bat as he hits into a double play against the Marlins during the second inning on Aug. 1, 2016 at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant rounds the bases after a solo home run in the fourth inning Oct. 30, 2016 in Game 5 of the World Series at Wrigley Field.
Armando Sanchez / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant picks up a ball hit by starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner and throws to first after Rizzo missed it to allow a single during the fifth inning of game 2 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field Oct. 8, 2016.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneCubs All-Stars Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo and Addison Russell before the game at Petco Park on July 12, 2016.
David Banks / Getty ImagesKris Bryant hits a two-run homer against the Braves during the sixth inning on Aug. 31, 2017 at Wrigley Field.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant slides in safely with the go-ahead run in the 8th inning against the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, May 8, 2018.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant celebrates the 9-3 victory over the Indians on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016, in Game 6 of the World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant walks off after being tagged out at second base in the ninth inning against the White Sox on July 25, 2016 at U.S. Cellular Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThe ball hit by third baseman Kris Bryant sails over the wall in the ninth inning Oct. 11, 2016 in Game 3 of their National League Division Series at AT&T Park.
Charles Rex Arbogast / APCubs third baseman Kris Bryant prepares to field a ball during the sixth inning against the Phillies Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Wrigley Field.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo during batting practice before the Home Run Derby at Petco Park in San Diego on Monday, July 11, 2016.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant takes a close look at the ivy on the left field wall as his team participates in a workout at Wrigley Field October 5, 2016.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant homers in the first inning off White Sox starting pitcher Chris Sale at the All-Star Game on July 12, 2016.
David J. Phillip / APKris Bryant celebrates with the trophy after the Cubs won the World Series on Nov. 2, 2016.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant heads out as storm clouds form in the fourth inning against the Braves at Wrigley Field on June 26, 2019.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant fields ground balls during Cubs spring training Feb. 25, 2021, in Mesa, Ariz.
Alyssa Pointer / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant smiles to the crowd during the Cubs' World Series parade down Michigan Ave. on Nov. 4, 2016.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant takes in the scene while attending Cubs manager Joe Maddon's annual charity boxing event called Respect 90 Main Event at the Wintrust Building in downtown Chicago on Friday, May 25, 2018.
E. Jason Wambsgans / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant during batting practice before taking on the Cardinals at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on July 30, 2019.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant heads to the dugout after striking out to end the top of the fifth inning against the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on Sept. 21, 2018.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs autographs before a game against the Giants at Wrigley Field on Sept. 4, 2016.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant stands at second base in the fifth inning against the Pirates on July 31, 2020, at Wrigley Field.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant high-fives a group of children as members of the 2018 Cubs are introduced to fans on the first day of the annual Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, January 12, 2018.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks on the field during the third inning against the Indians at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, May 23, 2018.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneFormer Cub Billy Williams talks to third baseman Kris Bryant on Oct. 7, 2016 before Game 1 of a National League Division Series at Wrigley Field.
Chris Sweda / TNSKris Bryant is forced out at second base by Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor in the fourth inning during Game 3 of the World Series on Oct. 28, 2016, at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo celebrate after the Cubs won Game 7 to win the World Series on Nov. 2, 2016.
Armando Sanchez / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant doubles in the 4th inning of Game 1 of a National League Division Series at Wrigley Field.
Nam Y. Huh / APKris Bryant smiles as he looks to the field before a baseball game against the Pirates on Aug. 31, 2016.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThe Nationals' Bryce Harper and the Cubs' Kris Bryant talk before an NLCS game on Oct. 5, 2017.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant barehands a grounder to throw out the Mets' Jacob deGrom in the third inning on June 23, 2019.
Harry How / Getty ImagesKris Bryant rounds the bases after he hits a home run in the first inning of the All-Star Game at Petco Park on July 12, 2016.
David Banks / Getty ImagesKris Bryant wears a football jersey as the Cubs leave on their road trip on Sept. 3, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant hits a solo home run off Indians starting pitcher Josh Tomlin in the first inning during Game 6 of the World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant on his way to scoring after a base hit by Anthony Rizzo in the fifth inning Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016, in Game 7 of the World Series at Progressive Field in Cleveland.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant prepares to hit in an exhibition game against the White Sox on July 20, 2020, at Guaranteed Rate Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant dives to stop a ground ball by the Cardinals' Marcell Ozuna in the second inning on June 9, 2019.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant sits on the bench on July 24, 2018, at Wrigley Field.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneThe Cubs' Kris Bryant fields a line drive by the Rockies' Ian Desmond and throws him out in the first inning at Wrigley Field on Sunday, June 11, 2017.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant in the dugout prior to the game Oct. 19, 2016 in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series at Dodger Stadium.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant scores on an RBI double by first baseman Anthony Rizzo n the first inning Oct. 26, 2016 in Game 2 of the World Series at Progressive Field.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant and his wife Jessica Delp pose with Bryant's 2016 NL MVP award prior to a game against the Phillies at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, May 2, 2017.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant runs to third base during the eighth inning against the Reds on Sept. 11, 2020, at Wrigley Field.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant advances to third base on a run-scoring single by Jason Heyward in the fifth inning against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Thursday, July 19, 2018.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs batter Kris Bryant reacts after being hit by a pitch in the fourth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Sept. 25, 2018.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant makes a diving grab on a sharp grounder in the ninth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, August 29, 2017.
Charles Rex Arbogast / APKris Bryant fields a ground ball against the Reds on Aug. 15, 2017.
Jonathan Daniel / Getty ImagesKris Bryant celebrates a win over the Angels with Anthony Rizzo at Wrigley Field on Aug. 9, 2016.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant looks out of the dugout before his at-bat in the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, April 28, 2018.
Charles Rex Arbogast / APKris Bryant rounds first after hitting a home run off Cardinals starter Carlos Martinez during the fourth inning Friday, Sept. 15, 2017.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs infielder Kris Bryant walks to the locker room after batting practice on Feb. 17, 2020 in Mesa, Ariz.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneChicago Cubs right fielder Kris Bryant slides while chasing a foul ball hit by Miami Marlins center fielder Starling Marte in the third inning at Wrigley Field on June 18, 2021.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant and the Cubs celebrate their National League Central division title on Sept. 16, 2016 at Wrigley Field.
Harry How / Getty ImagesKris Bryant speaks to the press before the All-Star Game at Petco Park on July 11, 2016.
Harry How / Getty ImagesKris Bryant celebrates in the dugout after a three-run double in the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in game five of the National League Division Series at Dodger Stadium on October 20, 2016.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneChicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (17) with championship gear Monday, April 10, 2017 at Wrigley Field on opening night. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant takes a photo with a fan before playing the Oakland Athletics in a spring training game at Sloan Park on Feb. 25, 2017, in Mesa, Ariz.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant warms up in the dugout before the first inning against the Phillies at Wrigley Field on May 22, 2019.
John J. Kim / Chicago Tribune8-year-old Kashton Miller shows off his Kris Bryant jersey to the Cubs third baseman as Kashton's father, former Bears tight end Zach Miller, looks on before a game at Wrigley Field on Sept. 2, 2019.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribunePirates shortstop Jordy Mercer (10) tags Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant on a steal attempt to end the fourth inning at Wrigley Field on Friday, June 8, 2018.
Terrence Antonio James / Chicago TribuneJason Heyward, left, and Kris Bryant, center, attend the third annual Respect 90 Main Event charity boxing fundraiser hosted by Cubs manager Joe Maddon and his wife Jaye Maddon (not shown) at the Wintrust Bank building on South LaSalle Street on Aug. 17, 2017.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant catches a ball hit by Giants right fielder Mike Yastrzemski during the first inning at Wrigley Field on Aug. 20, 2019.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant on May 9, 2019, at Wrigley Field.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant rubs his head before a spring training game against the White Sox at Sloan Park on Feb. 27, 2017, in Mesa, Ariz.
Antonio Perez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant jumps up after tagging home following an RBI against the Rangers during the 6th inning inning at Wrigley Field.
Sean M. Haffey / Getty ImagesKris Bryant is congratulated by his team after hitting a home run against the American League team in the first inning at Petco Park on July 12, 2016.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant departs for the team's Anchorman-themed road trip Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Wrigley Field.
Terrence Antonio James / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant watches the flight of his solo home run in the seventh inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on July 12, 2019.
Stacy Revere / Getty ImagesKris Bryant hits a home run in the fourth inning against the Dodgers during Game 5 of the NLCS at Wrigley Field on Oct. 19, 2017.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant gets hit by a pitch from Braves starting pitcher Julio Teheran during the first inning at Wrigley Field on June 24, 2019.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant is congratulated after hitting a home run against the Colorado Rockies in the 6th inning at Wrigley Field Wednesday, May 2, 2018, in Chicago.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant walks toward the Cubs offices on Oct. 3, 2018, in Chicago.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant covers his eyes while attending the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation's second annual "Laugh-Off for Cancer" event at Studio Paris on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, in Chicago.
Armando L. Sanchez / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant talks with his wife Jessica Delp during the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation's Cook-Off for Cancer on May 23, 2019.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneBen Zobrist, Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo before the Home Run Derby at Petco Park on July 11, 2016.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant after his triple against the Colorado Rockies during the sixth inning of their game at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Monday, April 30, 2018.
Nam Y. Huh / APKris Bryant waits for a ball during the first inning against the Cardinals on Sept. 24, 2016.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant comes out of the dugout to begin a game against the Cardinals at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, June 3, 2017.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs autographs before a Cactus League game on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant warms up Oct. 15, 2016 before Game 1 of the National League Championship Series at Wrigley Field.
Jason Miller / Getty ImagesKris Bryant, Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron, Commissioner of Baseball Rob Manfred and David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox pose during the Hank Aaron Award ceremony prior to Game Two of the 2016 World Series between the Chicago Cubs and the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field on October 26, 2016.
Jon Durr / Getty ImagesThe Giants' Hunter Pence reaches first base as Kris Bryant is unable to make a catch on a throwing error by Tommy La Stella during the first inning at Wrigley Field on Sept. 3, 2016.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant leaves the game with a trainer after being injured in a collision with Jason Heyward in the sixth inning at Wrigley Field.
Brian Cassella / Chicago TribuneThird baseman Kris Bryant and Anthony Rizzo celebrate Oct. 22, 2016 in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series at Wrigley Field.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneAnthony Rizzo and Kris Bryant celebrate scoring against the Reds on July 4, 2016, at Wrigley Field.
Nuccio DiNuzzo / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant scores past Cincinnati Reds catcher Devin Mesoraco on Aug. 14, 2017.
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Kris Bryant signed a three-year deal to become the face of “MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2017,” a mobile app video game.
Glu Mobile tested the waters with the Cubs third baseman last season and made a long-term commitment to him as the company pushes out a redesigned game that also features Major League Baseball teams, uniforms and logos under several new licensing agreements.
“Coming off an incredible season last year with the World Series win, Kris was absolutely our No. 1 choice for ‘MLB Tap Sports Baseball 2017,'” Chris Akhavan, chief revenue officer of Glu Mobile, said via email.
“He has had such an amazing career, and it’s just getting started. Kris really stood out as a unique All-Star player that gamers will all want to have as part of their MLB Tap Sports Baseball teams.”
Bryant, the 2016 National League MVP, is featured on the game’s app icon, screenshots, videos and in-game screens. He also shot a commercial for the app during spring training in Arizona.
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