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Cubs Demote Rookie Matt Shaw Following Struggles in MLB Debut

The team also reshuffles its roster to address injuries and bolster pitching ahead of their series against San Diego.

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Apr 2, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Chicago Cubs second base Matt Shaw (6) advances to third base on a single by outfielder Ian Happ (8) during the second inning against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images/File photo
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 13: Matt Shaw #6 of the Chicago Cubs makes a play against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on April 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Overview

  • Matt Shaw, the Cubs' top prospect and starting third baseman, has been optioned to Triple-A after hitting just .172 in 68 plate appearances.
  • Shaw, the 13th overall pick in the 2023 draft, had excelled in the minors but struggled to replicate his success in the majors.
  • The Cubs have placed right-hander Eli Morgan on the 15-day injured list and recalled pitchers Luke Little and Daniel Palencia from Triple-A.
  • In addition to Shaw's demotion, infielder Vidal Bruján was reinstated from the IL, and pitcher Nate Pearson was sent to Triple-A Iowa.
  • The team continues to grapple with the loss of ace Justin Steele, who is out for the season with a left elbow injury.