"Cade Horton making his second start of the spring... Matt Shaw is also getting his first start in CENTER field, which would be a tough defensive task for him this year... even at Wrigley, where center field is generally smaller than other parks."
"One of the Cubs' top young players and best shots at a 'prospect breakout' in 2026, Rojas is having one heck of a spring at the plate: .316/.381/.632 (HR, 3 2Bs). He's no threat to make the team, but we don't get eyes on him often."
"Michael Busch is back up top, and it seems very likely that he opens up the season as the leadoff man. Michael Conforto is out in right field, still trying to win a job for this season."
The Chicago Cubs play Team Italy in a spring training game featuring several notable developments. Cade Horton makes his second start of the spring for the Cubs, while Matt Shaw gets his first opportunity in center field, a defensive position that could be challenging for him. Jefferson Rojas, one of the Cubs' top young prospects and potential breakout candidate for 2026, is having an impressive spring with a .316/.381/.632 batting line including a home run and three doubles. Michael Busch leads off the lineup and appears positioned to open the season as the leadoff hitter. Michael Conforto continues competing for a roster spot in right field. The game lacks broadcast coverage, limiting fan access to observe these spring training developments.
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