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The Chicago Cubs received positive news Friday from general manager Carter Hawkins regarding the return dates of pitcher Javier Assad and catcher Miguel Amaya's injuries.
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Yardbarker on MSNChicago Cubs in 3-way race to trade for third baseman: ReportThe Chicago Cubs continue to explore options for help at third base amid uncertainty surrounding Matt Shaw. The rookie is 4-for-32 at-bat in July, with three of those hits coming against the Boston Red Sox this weekend after the All-Star break.
The Chicago Cubs are one of the top suitors to trade for Eugenio Suárez. He would make Chicago's offense the best in the MLB.
Matt Shaw’s offensive struggles prompted manager Craig Counsell to start Jon Berti at third base Wednesday in the Chicago Cubs’ 4-2 loss.
The Chicago Cubs could be in the market for a third baseman at the trade deadline. Matt Shaw could still be the team's future at the position, but he is not helping them win right now.