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Cubs' Matt Shaw: Top option at third?
Shaw is considered the "leading contender" for the Opening Day starting job at third base, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
With Isaac Paredes traded in the Kyle Tucker deal, third base is open, and Shaw has the prospect pedigree to warrant a long look. At this point, he seems to be the top option for the role, with veteran utility player Jon Berti likely backing up at the hot corner as well as across the diamond. Of course, Shaw could strengthen his claim with a productive spring training. The 23-year-old slashed .284/.379/.488 with 21 home runs and 31 stolen bases between Double-A Tennessee and Triple-A Iowa last season.
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Cubs' Matt Shaw: Will get 'long look' at third base
Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said Tuesday that Shaw will get a "long look" at third base, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Third base is open for the Cubs following the trade of Isaac Paredes, and Shaw looks to be the top internal candidate to fill it, particularly with the club adamant that Michael Busch will remain at first base. Hoyer did note that Shaw will not be handed the third-base job and will have to win it during spring training. The top prospect slashed .284/.379/.488 with 21 home runs and 31 stolen bases between Double-A Tennessee and Triple-A Iowa in 2024 and boasts enormous fantasy potential.
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Player Bio
HT/WT: 5-11, 185 lbs |
Birthplace: Springfield, MA |
Age: 23 |
Experience: R |
Bats/Throws: R, R |