Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 20, 2024
Dansby Swanson: Challenges in first year with Cubs will ‘help shape me for things ahead’
John Antonoff / For the Sun-Times
Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson does glove work with coach Jonathan Mota on Field 1 at the Cubs Spring Training facility in Mesa, AZ. 02-13-2024. 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. And that just makes you better too.”