Matt Shaw - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

On bench Sunday Shaw is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Nationals.

Impact Shaw went 1-for-6 with an RBI and a run scored in both of the Cubs' first two games of the season, but he'll cede right field to Michael Conforto in the series finale. While Seiya Suzuki (knee) is on the shelf, Shaw should rank as the preferred option in right field against left-handed pitching, but Shaw and Conforto could operate in more of a timeshare versus righties.

2 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cade Horton and Ian Happ power the Cubs to a 10-2 victory over the Nationals

Cade Horton threw four-hit ball into the seventh inning, Ian Happ broke the game open with a three-run homer in the sixth inning and the Chicago Cubs routed the Washington National...

23 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Starting Opening Day in RF Shaw is starting in right field and batting ninth in Thursday's season opener against the Nationals.

Impact Michael Conforto was expected to step in as the Cubs' primary right fielder versus right-handed pitching with Seiya Suzuki (knee) on the injured list, but Shaw will instead get the call Opening Day against Washington righty Cade Cavalli. Shaw almost exclusively played third base as rookie last season, but he prepared to fill a super-utility role during the offseason and will immediately get a look at one of his new positions Thursday. The 24-year-old struggled to a .689 OPS in 126 regular-season games last year in his first taste of the majors but is coming off a strong spring training, during which he batted .320/.417/.500 in 60 plate appearances.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

What are the Cubs going to do with Matt Shaw? MLB insider tries to answer tough question | Sporting News Chicago has backed itself into a corner.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Chicago Cubs suggested to change Matt Shaw's trajectory amid Seiya Suzuki injury | Sporting News Could this be positive for Shaw's development?

MARCH 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Gets run at first base Shaw played first base for the first time in his career during Wednesday's Cactus League contest, and he could be a contingency option there for the Cubs during the regular season,...

Impact Shaw is adding to his defensive acumen in an effort to grow into more of a super utility role for the Cubs, though he had to borrow Carson Kelly's first baseman's glove to try out the new position Wednesday. With Tyler Austin (knee) set to miss a few months, Chicago is looking for added versatility off the bench. Shaw almost exclusively played third base as a rookie last year, with a handful of appearances at second, but he's already played in right field, center field and now first so far this spring. It seems like the 24-year-old could play regularly for the Cubs across the diamond in 2026 even without a regular starting position.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Pull It In the Air, Shaw at First Base, Reliever Notes, and Other Cubs Bullets The value of pulling the ball in the air for a guy like Matt Shaw.

MARCH 12 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Shaw's next show of versatility? Trying out first base MESA, Ariz. -- The Cubs asked Matt Shaw recently if he was willing to try his hand at first base as part of his move to a super utility role...

MARCH 11 • MLB.COM

Clubs first spring home run Shaw went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Tuesday's Cactus League contest against the Rangers.

Impact The home run was the first of the spring for Shaw, who is batting .310 with an .812 OPS across 11 Cactus League contests. Also notable Tuesday was seeing the youngster start in center field. With Alex Bregman now in the fold to play third base, Shaw is getting comfortable in the outfield, and the Cubs plan to start him regularly in right field against left-handed pitchers. Shaw struggled with consistency during his 2025 rookie campaign, though he still managed 13 home runs and 17 stolen bases. It remains to be seen how much the 24-year-old will play in 2026, but he could take a step forward from a fantasy perspective if he sees the field often enough from a utility role.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Here's the Cubs' player pool for their Spring Breakout game MESA, Ariz. -- The Cubs have balanced building a playoff-contending roster with creating developmental runway for prospects in the Major Lea...

MARCH 5 • MLB.COM

Here are the Cubs' 2026 Top 30 prospects After tying the Mariners for the most Top 100 prospects (seven) a year ago at this time, the Cubs are down to just two. Matt Shaw and Cade H...

MARCH 3 • MLB.COM

Outfielder Michael Conforto agrees to a minor league deal with the Chicago Cubs

Michael Conforto is looking to regain his form with the Chicago Cubs

FEBRUARY 23 • Associated Press

Ian Happ on Matt Shaw's Glove Gaffe: 'The Guy Hasn't Played a Lot of Outfield' Matt Shaw was displaced in the offseason after the Chicago Cubs committed to a five-year deal to have Alex Bregman play third base. Shaw is...

FEBRUARY 18 • SI.COM

Likely to start in RF versus LHP The Cubs are expected to start Shaw in right field against left-handed pitchers, Bruce Levine of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Per Levine, manager Craig Counsell said that Shaw will play a lot in the outfield, and that will likely include starting in right field versus lefties while Seiya Suzuki slides into the designated hitter spot. Shaw played the outfield a bit in college and in summer ball but has not spent an inning there at the professional level. The 24-year-old appears poised to operate in a super utility role for the Cubs this season.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ten years after winning World Series, Cubs enter 2026 with similar expectations

The Chicago Cubs are coming off a 92-win season, return much of a productive and athletic lineup, have a deep group of talented pitchers and signed three-time All-Star third basema...

FEBRUARY 11 • Associated Press

Cubs' Matt Shaw A 'Possible Fit' For Red Sox, MLB Insider Reports The Chicago Cubs could trade rookie infielder Matt Shaw after signing former Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman.

FEBRUARY 6 • NESN.COM

Yankees insider just sounded the alarm for Red Sox with Nico Hoerner trade The Boston Red Sox have been connected to the Chicago Cubs' pair of infielders, Nico Hoerner and Matt Shaw, ever since Alex Bregman escaped...

FEBRUARY 4 • BOSOXINJECTION.COM

Red Sox Have Reportedly Checked In On These Two Cubs Players According to the Boston Globe's Alex Speier, the Boston Red Sox have checked in on Cubs' Nico Hoerner and Matt Shaw.

JANUARY 31 • NESN.COM

Red Sox receive key Nico Hoerner, Matt Shaw updates after Alex Bregman loss, Ranger Suárez signing The Red Sox get an update on potential moves involving Nico Hoerner and Matt Shaw as the team adjusts after Alex Bregman’s departure and Ran...

JANUARY 31 • BOLAVIP.COM

Matt Shaw and Nico Hoerner Address the Infield Crowding: Anxiety, Reluctance, the Plan, More Matt Shaw and Nico Hoerner on what the Cubs are going to do with the positional crowding this year.

JANUARY 17 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Matt Shaw breaks silence about his future after Alex Bregman joins the Cubs Among the players whose roles have been directly impacted is Matt Shaw, who spoke candidly about what his future with the Chicago Cubs could...

JANUARY 17 • BOLAVIP.COM

Matt Shaw is preparing for a super-utility role with the Cubs in the wake of Alex Bregman's arrival

Matt Shaw is preparing for a super-utility role with the Chicago Cubs after the team signed Alex Bregman in free agency

JANUARY 17 • Associated Press

Cubs could move Matt Shaw to the outfield after Alex Bregman signing | Sporting News This would give Chicago more options with the lineup.

JANUARY 16 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Could be tried in outfield Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said Thursday that Shaw could be used some in the outfield this season, Mike McGraw of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.

Impact If the Cubs hang on to Nico Hoerner rather than trade him following the signing of Alex Bregman, Shaw's best shot at regular playing time would be in a super utility role. All 114 starts for Shaw with the Cubs in 2025 came at third base, but the 24-year-old also has significant experience at second base and shortstop, and he played the outfield some in college and in summer ball. It's also possible the Cubs use Shaw as a trade chip in order to supplement their roster elsewhere.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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