Cubs Prospect Matt Shaw Named MVP

Matt Shaw, the Chicago Cubs' first-round draft pick from 2023, has capped off an impressive first full professional season by being named the Southern League MVP and the Cubs' organizational player of the year. He excelled at both Double-A Tennessee and Triple-A Iowa, posting strong offensive numbers including a .279 batting average and 14 home runs at Tennessee, followed by a .298 average at Iowa. His performance included an elite strikeout-to-walk ratio, indicating a promising future in the majors. Meanwhile, Kyle Hendricks, a pivotal player from the Cubs' 2016 World Series team, is expected to start his final game at Wrigley Field this week, marking the end of an era for the franchise. Hendricks had a standout career, highlighted by his exceptional 2016 season and contributions to the Cubs' championship run. As Shaw's potential rise to the major leagues looms, the Cubs face decisions about roster placements for their emerging talent.