Matt Shaw Could Make Opening Day Roster
19 seconds agoWith the Chicago Cubs sending infielder Isaac Paredes to the Houston Astros in the trade for All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker, it could give top prospect Matt Shaw a clear path to make the Cubs' Opening Day roster in 2025. If the Cubs feel Shaw needs more time in the minors, Michael Busch could be moved across the diamond from first base to the hot corner. As things stand now (barring a trade), Chicago has Tucker, Cody Bellinger and Seiya Suzuki for right field/designated-hitter duties, so if Bellinger isn't traded, he could slide to first base. Shaw, 23, is the No. 22 overall prospect in baseball, per MLB Pipeline, and hit .284/.379/.488 with 21 dingers and 31 stolen bases this past season with Double-A Tennessee and Triple-A Iowa. He has the potential to hit 25 homers and steal 25 bases while also hitting for a decent average at the next level, making him a must-stash in dynasty/keeper leagues.
Source: MLB.com - Jordan Bastian
Source: MLB.com - Jordan Bastian