Matt Shaw’s oblique has sidelined him for longer than Cubs fans expected. Is this a growing concern? Also, with Brad Keller’s recent success, is there a shot he makes the Opening Day roster?

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With Cubs Spring Training games underway, what are the stories to look out for?

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Kyle Tucker/Ryan Pressly Debuts: https://youtu.be/2AOuG-tKwC0

Ben Brown Interview: https://youtu.be/zrqpTWs6YKo

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Chapters in this Podcast:

0:00 - Intro

2:35 - #1

4:42 - #2

6:20 - #3

10:12 - #4

14:22 - #5

Tomorrow Cubs Spring Training games start! Today is my last full day at Cubs practices. Heres' a report of the things I've seen in my time here at Sloan.

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He might be 40 years old, but Justin Turner can have a major impact on the Cubs in 2025. This is a great signing. Also, I have a few updates from Spring Training.

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I'm looking for Matt Shaw, Kyle Tucker, and a few others to start getting into action as we get closer to the first Spring game

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I saw Matt Shaw as he was walking into Sloan Park this morning, and he gave me a great update about his oblique.

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Every Cub has reported to Spring Training and it's time for full team workouts! Here's what I'm looking for and a look ahead to content you can expect from me.

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The Alex Bregman drama is over and the overpaid 3rd baseman has signed a ridiculous contract with the Red Sox. So... that means 3rd base is Matt Shaw's to lose!

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Kyle Tucker has arrived! Seiya Suzuki was doing some outfield drills and the Bregman talks continue.

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Here is a quick report from Day 3 of Cubs Spring Training. Updates on injured players from last year plus players I'm yet to see.

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