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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 24
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Carlson, Hoerner, McCormick, Shaw 
Welcome to the weekend. We can expect some winnowing around the edges, but it looks like the personnel are settled, more or less. I have some concerns about the handedness of the bench but it’ll work out.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / January 22
Matt Shaw Already Doing Outfield Work in Mesa
Both Jed Hoyer and Craig Counsell said during CubsCon that Matt Shaw would see time in the outfield after being pushed into a utility role by Alex Bregman, citing Javier Báez and Kris Bryant as examples of how it can work.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 21
Surprising Video Shows Matt Shaw Practicing at New Infield Position for Cubs
The Chicago Cubs went into the offseason wanting to change some things up in order to get to the next level, and that is exactly what they did in free agency with their infield.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 20
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Gallen, Lester, Pressly, Shaw
The Cubs Convention is over, the Bears’ fine season is, too, and only the Blackhawks remain standing in the playoff hunt. But there is hope for the 2026 Cubs squad, after a couple of major and quite a few minor signings, with only a couple of roster decisions to make unless something special happens.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 19
Cubs Notes: Nico Hoerner On Rumors, Matt Shaw's Role, Cubs Con In Pictures & More
Cubs Con is in the books, and now it's time to look forward to the rest of free agency and the upcoming MLB season. According to Jed Hoyer, the Cubs are not yet done and are still on the hunt for added depth.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / January 18
Matt Shaw Prepping for Utility Role, Remains Realistic Trade Candidate
Alex Bregman joining the Cubs meant a lot for the team’s outlook in 2025 and beyond, but there are still several moving parts to figure out. For Matt Shaw, who served as the Cubs’ primary third baseman upon re-establishing himself last season, the deal brought about a lot of uncertainty.
Athletics News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 18
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Cubs Convention, Bregman, Cabrera, Hoerner, Shaw.
Matt Shaw says he has spent a good deal of time in the outfield in college and he’s up for the challenge of being a supersub. I’m not going to discourage him.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 17
Chicago Cubs: Matt Shaw speaks on Bregman signing and his future with the Cubs
The Chicago Cubs pretty much made the biggest of all possible moves this offseason when they signed free agent third baseman Alex Bregman to a 5-year, $175 million deal.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 17
Cubs Notes: Hall of Fame Inductees, Everything Bregman, Cubs Con, Matt Shaw & More
Cubs Con weekend is in full swing with plenty happening for Cubs fans throughout the weekend. The opening ceremony was held last night, along with plenty of interviews with Craig Counsell, Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner, Jed Hoyer, and many more.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 15
Cubs Could Use Matt Shaw In Outfield
The Cubs made a big addition to their infield this week by signing Alex Bregman to a five-year deal. That has led to speculation about the club then pivoting to a trade of another infielder, such as Nico Hoerner or Matt Shaw.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 13
Chicago Cubs: Trading Matt Shaw as questions of character emerge
The Chicago Cubs went out and got the third baseman of their dreams in Alex Bregman. The failed pursuit of the All-Star last offseason seemingly motored them into trying harder this offseason– and they succeeded.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 13
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Bregman, Cabrera, Hoerner, Shaw
Sources say the Cubs are stockpiling Quad-A type pitchers. Corbin Martin and Tyler Beede are reportedly in the organization now. Cub Tracks is happy to mea culpa after the big-boy signings last week.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 11
Cubs make splash signing, bring in Alex Bregman on five-year contract
After numerous offseasons of fans clamoring for their front office to spend money, the Chicago Cubs have made a blockbuster move.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 2
One Cubs Series Showed Lots Of Promise For Owen Caissie And Matt Shaw
2025 was full of ups and downs for the Chicago Cubs, and it's always easier to focus on the negatives when things don't go the way one hopes. Their season ended after being sent home by their division rivals, the Milwaukee Brewers.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 30
Cubs urged to trade Matt Shaw for major pitching upgrade
The Chicago Cubs have remained quiet during the MLB offseason thus far. Jed Hoyer and company have been mentioned in quite a few big rumors, but the team has not been able to make any high-impact additions just yet.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Chicago Cubs’ Matt Shaw will speak at Turning Point’s AmericaFest
Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw took some time off in September to attend the funeral of his friend, the late Charlie Kirk, a co-founder of Turning Point.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 9
Cubs Boss Craig Counsell Evaluates Matt Shaw’s First Season At Third Base
The Chicago Cubs took a chance on Matt Shaw as their starting third baseman in 2025. Starting a rookie is always risky. But Cubs manager Craig Counsell believes the former first-round pick got more grief than he deserved at times last season.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 9
Jed Hoyer's Statement On Matt Shaw Speaks Volumes About His Cubs Future
The Winter Meetings are upon every baseball organization in the majors and there will be plenty of players dealt, signed, dropped and shuffled. The Chicago Cubs have plenty of areas to address this week, like adding another starter to the rotation, and there has to be some concern about replacing Kyle Tucker's production.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / September 10
Chicago Cubs Announces Reason for Matt Shaw's Removal From Lineup
The Chicago Cubs (82-63) currently hold the top wild card spot in the National League entering Wednesday, and the storied franchise will look to finish the regular season strong heading into October.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / August 13
Has Matt Shaw Earned Everyday Reps at Third Base?
There hasn’t been much to be happy about when it comes to the Chicago Cubs as of late. While they still hold the top NL Wild Card spot and are 16 games over .500, it feels like a team that had more ambitious goals for their season is sputtering when it matters most.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Can the Cubs nab Nationals' ace at the deadline?
If the Cubs are going to land MacKenzie Gore, the package is going to need to be substantial.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 16
Cubs Predicted to Lose Matt Shaw Replacement to Yankees in MLB Trade Deadline Trade
A Matt Shaw replacement would be nice for the Chicago Cubs during the trade deadline on July 31. However, it's also possible that the Cubs could be outbid
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 4
Cubs on the verge of losing significant trade acquisition
Over the offseason, the Chicago Cubs made a rather risky decision, sending one of their former top prospects to the Miami Marlins for Vidal Brujan.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 22
Matt Shaw Has To Learn From His First Taste of the Big Leagues
When the Chicago Cubs optioned Matt Shaw to Triple-A Iowa last Tuesday, it was a sign that they just didn’t feel he looked like his best self offensively.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 15
Report: Cubs rookie 3B Matt Shaw sent back to minors
The Chicago Cubs want Matt Shaw to get a little more seasoning. According to The Athletic, the Cubs are sending the rookie third baseman to the minors.
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