Alex Bregman to make first Cubs appearance at WM Phoenix Open alongside Travis Kelce

Alex Bregman is gearing up for his first time in front of the cameras with the new Chicago Cub found each baseball fan heck of a place to be in. Rather than striding out onto Wrigley Field or addressing a stuffy introductory press conference, the veteran third baseman will unofficially make his Cubs debut instead at the must-have WM Phoenix Open this week in Scottsdale, Arizona. The appearance provides a low-key, high-brow opportunity for supporters in Chicago to watch their new signing in action.

Bregman will be hitting the links instead of the diamond, exchanging his baseball bat for some golf clubs at the Annexus Pro-Am, one of the more interesting tournaments on the PGA Tour slate. A host of celebrities and pro athletes will join him, including Kansas City Chiefs superstar Travis Kelce. This distinctive combination of sports and entertainment takes place each year to create a vibrant, well-attended, and nationally recognized event.

Alex Bregman begins Cubs journey at Phoenix Open

The Cubs just signed one of the biggest names in Major League Baseball, Alex Bregman, to a five-year, $175 million contract in one of the largest single moves of the MLB offseason. The move indicated Chicago's desire to contend now and plugged in a proven All-Star bat in the middle of the lineup. Arriving with a résumé that includes one of the most heralded infielders of his generation, proven postseason experience, and veteran stability for a young roster, it is only right that both Bregman and the Cubs find themselves together sooner or later.


Instead of making his introduction to Cubs fans in the early months of 2019, Bregman will make his Cubs-uniform appearance on the golf course. On February 4, the Annexus Pro-Am teams professionals with celebrities from the sports and entertainment worlds at the iconic Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale. For Bregman, it's a lighthearted way to put his new organization on the map while connecting with fans in a unique setting.

Travis Kelce headlines celebrity pro-am field

Although Alex Bregman will be a huge draw for baseball fans, Travis Kelce will probably be the main attraction of the day. The three-time Super Bowl champion and future Hall of Fame tight end isn't a huge personality, and the Phoenix Open is a perfect site for him for that reason. She made a point that Kelce is now more than just a football player, and his involvement is like the icing on the cake.

As always, this year the pro-am features an eclectic mix of celebrities from across the sports world. Adding to the star-studded field, Olympic swimming legend Michael Phelps and former NFL star Larry Fitzgerald are also among those likely to compete. The cross-section of player backgrounds demonstrates the wide-ranging popularity of the tournament and its identity as one of the most diverse events on the golf calendar.


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