March 27-31, 2025: NL Central

Pictured: Matt Shaw (3B, CHC)

The players covered in this column are only those who still have rookie status as determined by MLB, and who made the Opening Day roster or were called up during the first weekend on an NL Central team. Find previous Call-up profiles on the Content tab of the player's PlayerLink page.

 

Chicago Cubs

Matt Shaw (3B, CHC)
The Cubs top prospect made his MLB debut over in Japan. While the Dodgers pitching staff held him to 1 single and 4 strikeouts in 9 PAs, there is a lot to be potentially excited about here, along with some risk. Shaw is a bundle of energy, with a closed stance, big windup leg kick, and plus power coming from a 5’10” 185-pound frame. Shaw has hit tool concerns, as his leg sometimes does not...

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