"The deal sets Craig Counsell's infield in stone for at least the next four years, unless something unexpected happens. It gives the Cubs a lot of security as they build out their roster."
"Shaw was mentioned in trade rumors throughout the offseason, specifically in connection with the Red Sox. One of the reasons it did not make much sense for the Cubs to trade him was the uncertainty surrounding Hoerner's contract."
"Having someone with Shaw's positional utility is helpful, but keeping a player of his potential on the bench for so many games does not feel like a wise use of value."
Nico Hoerner's contract extension provides the Cubs with roster stability for the next four years. This deal secures the infield under Craig Counsell and ensures most of the offense is under contract. However, it complicates the futures of players like Matt Shaw and Jefferson Rojas, who now face limited playing time. Shaw's role has shifted to utility player due to Hoerner's presence, and his potential is underutilized as he may not have a clear path to the infield until 2030.
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