Matt Shaw and Gage Workman opened the season as the Cubs’ primary third base options, but now one is in Iowa and the other on the South Side while Jon Berti gets everyday reps at the hot corner. While not quite aggressive enough to send off strong desperation vibes, it seems a little like Craig Counsell has been cutting the music off very quickly in the ongoing game of musical chairs for time at the position. Barring a shocking trade, it looks like Berti will continue keeping the seat warm until Shaw figures things out.
Matt Shaw Making Adjustments at Iowa, Still Significant Room to Improve
