John Antonoff / For the Sun-Times
MESA, Ariz. – Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson and Craig Counsell swapped thoughts about pick-offs at second base during the first full squad workout Monday. When a player has instincts like Swanson’s, Counsell wants to give them ownership over those types of plays.
“Dansby has a pedigree that his opinions count, and they matter, and they're good,” Counsell said. “And he also will have a back and forth with you.