The sample size is about as small as can be, but the Cubs and their fanbase are already pleased with their $177 million man. James Dansby Swanson was brought in to flash his good leather, provide an offensive spark, and to mentor the younger players on a team that has considerable higher aspirations.
Swanson began his 2023 season with a record-breaking 7-for-12 run and (xxx numbers through Wednesday) and has made about a dozen spectacular plays. None of this is new to Swanson or anyone who followed his career with the Atlanta Braves, where he was a key member of a World Championship squad.