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Washington Post
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
Cubs top prospect Matt Shaw called back up after a short stint in the minors
MIAMI — The Chicago Cubs recalled top prospect Matt Shaw from Triple-A Iowa on Monday and designated infielder Nicky Lopez for assignment. Chicago optioned the 23-year-old Shaw to Iowa on April 15 after a disappointing start to the rookie third baseman's big league career. The No. 13 pick in the 2023 amateur draft had 10 hits in his first 58 major league at-bats with one homer and three RBIs. He also struck out 18 times in 68 plate appearances.
Associated Press
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Cubs top prospect Matt Shaw called back up after a short stint in the minors
MIAMI (AP) — The Chicago Cubs recalled top prospect Matt Shaw from Triple-A Iowa on Monday and designated infielder Nicky Lopez for assignment. Chicago optioned the 23-year-old Shaw to Iowa on April 15 after a disappointing start to the rookie third baseman's big league career. The No. 13 pick in the 2023 amateur draft had 10 hits in his first 58 major league at-bats with one homer and three RBIs. He also struck out 18 times in 68 plate appearances. 'Sometimes you have to take a step back,' manager Craig Counsell said when Shaw was sent down last month. 'We just thought we saw enough where we kind of needed to take a break from this level and get some at-bats at Triple-A.' Shaw has since played in 24 games with Iowa, batting .286 with six home runs and 14 runs batted in. The Cubs were leading the NL Central at 28-19 entering Monday night's game against the Marlins in Miami. ___ AP MLB:
Reuters
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Cubs recall 3B Matt Shaw, DFA INF Nicky Lopez
May 19 - The Chicago Cubs recalled third baseman Matt Shaw from Triple-A Iowa on Monday, while infielder Nicky Lopez was designated for assignment. Shaw, 23, was batting .295 with a 1.119 OPS, five homers, 10 RBIs and 15 runs in his last 11 games with Iowa. He began the season with the Cubs and batted .172 with a homer, three RBIs and 18 strikeouts in 18 games. The Cubs selected Shaw with the 13th overall pick in the 2023 draft out of the University of Maryland. Lopez, 30, was signed by the Cubs in February, released in March and then re-signed April 23 after a short stint with the Los Angeles Angels. Lopez was 1-for-18 in 14 games for the Cubs this season. In 686 games over seven seasons with five clubs, Lopez is a career .245 hitter with seven home runs and 153 RBIs. --Field Level Media
Newsweek
23-04-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Chicago Cubs Make Flurry of Roster Moves After Comeback Win Over Dodgers
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. After a thrilling 11-10 comeback win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs have made a flurry of roster moves prior to Wednesday's game. Rule 5 Draft selection Gage Workman was designated for assignment. Workman impressed in spring training to the tune of a .365 batting average and 1.125 OPS. His major league stats were nowhere close to the same, as he has collected only two hits with both of them coming against a position player pitching. To replace Workman on the roster, the Cubs signed Nicky Lopez to a one-year major league deal. Lopez spent the spring with Chicago before being released prior to opening day. Much like Workman, Lopez was excellent in the spring, batting .450 with an OPS of 1.092 in 20 at-bats. He signed a major league deal with the Los Angeles Angels but after two games and six at-bats was released and has now found his way back to the Cubs. MESA, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 22: Nicky Lopez #6 of the Chicago Cubs bats during a Spring Training game against the Chicago White Sox at Sloan Park on February 22, 2025 in Mesa, Arizona. MESA, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 22: Nicky Lopez #6 of the Chicago Cubs bats during a Spring Training game against the Chicago White Sox at Sloan Park on February 22, 2025 in Mesa, the pitching side of things, Chicago selected the contract of recently acquired left-handed pitcher Drew Pomeranz. To make room on the roster for Pomeranz, the Cubs sent right-hander Gavin Hollowell to Triple-A Iowa. Hollowell was instrumental in Chicago's comeback on Tuesday, as he pitched two scoreless innings against the high-powered Dodgers offense. With his performance on Tuesday, it is likely that Hollowell will not stay in Triple-A very long before being recalled to the major leagues. Pomeranz has not pitched in the major leagues since the 2021 season, so it will be intriguing to see what he can provide out of the bullpen for Chicago. He will join Caleb Thielbar as the only two left-handers in the Cubs bullpen. More MLB: Three Potential Landing Spots for Recently Released Guardians Pitcher
Reuters
25-03-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Report: Angels sign 2B Nicky Lopez
Jul 23, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Chicago White Sox short stop Nicky Lopez (8) make a play on a ground ball during the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Dieb-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab March 25 - The Los Angeles Angels signed second baseman Nicky Lopez on Tuesday, according to the New York Post. It is reportedly an MLB contract, and Lopez will be part of the squad's Opening Day roster. The six-year veteran is best known for his four-plus seasons with the Kansas City Royals. In 2021, he had a career year, batting .300 and stealing 22 bases. After a 25-game run with the Atlanta Braves in 2023, Lopez spent the 2024 season with the Chicago White Sox. In 124 games, he recorded one home run, 21 RBIs and five stolen bases with a .241/.312/.294 batting line. Lopez, 30, spent spring training with the Chicago Cubs. In nine games, he posted a blistering .450/.542/.550 line but was released last week. The veteran provides flexibility to the Angels' infield, which is dealing with injuries to Zach Neto (shoulder) and Yoan Moncada (thumb). Lopez has logged significant time at second base and shortstop during his career. Nevertheless, Lopez's role is still unclear. The Angels have plenty of infield options battling for playing time, including newcomers Tim Anderson and Kevin Newman, former second-round pick Kyren Paris and productive utility man Luis Rengifo. --Field Level Media Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab
