Frequently Asked Questions
How long was Matt Shaw out with his wrist injury?
Matt Shaw was out for approximately two months after suffering a wrist injury in late June that took longer to heal than he or the Cubs expected.
How did Matt Shaw hit against left-handed pitching before getting hurt?
Before the wrist injury, Shaw posted an .845 OPS with a slash line of .279/.353/.492 in 68 plate appearances against left-handed pitching.
Who covered for Matt Shaw while he was on the injured list?
Rookie Pedro Ramirez stepped up in the infield and trade-deadline addition Tyrone Taylor also helped fill the void during Shaw's absence.
Who was sent down to Triple-A to make room for Matt Shaw on the roster?
Kevin Alcántara was sent back down to Triple-A, which has been a recurring move for him this season as he's bounced between the minors and the big leagues multiple times.
What does the Cubs bench look like now that Shaw is back?
The Cubs bench now consists of Matt Shaw, Miguel Amaya, Michael Conforto, Gabriel Arias, and Tyrone Taylor, with that group expected to hold things down until Dansby Swanson returns from his oblique injury.
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