Chicago Cubs

David Ross will try to waltz his way to a championship on 'Dancing with the Stars'

Published Mar. 1, 2017 11:12 a.m. ET

Chris Bahr

David Ross will be training this spring after all – but in the studio instead of on the diamond. The beloved backup catcher, who retired following last year’s World Series, will participate in the upcoming season of “Dancing with the Stars.”

What a whirlwind for Ross. The man was carried off the field by his Cubs teammates after Game 7 of the World Series in October, he has a book due for release in May and now he is going prime time as the first baseball player to appear on “Dancing with the Stars.”

Here is a sample of Ross’ dance dominance:

https://twitter.com/Cut4/status/836940877964566528

Former Cubs teammate and good pal Anthony Rizzo wished Ross luck in his latest endevour:

https://twitter.com/Cut4/status/836938960689577984

We know a 39-year-old man can be a strong force in the clubhouse, earn the distinction of being the most popular backup catcher in MLB history and even become the oldest man to homer in a World Series Game 7 -- but can Grandpa Rossy dance his way to a championship?