"Rumors surrounding the Chicago Cubs have been rather quiet as of late. The team has been connected to Zac Gallen a few times, but that still feels like a stretch. If a big move is made before Spring Training begins, it feels like it will be a trade involving either Nico Hoerner or Matt Shaw. On Friday, Rob Bradford of WEEI mentioned Shaw as a name to watch for the Red Sox as they continue their search for a second baseman."
"The Red Sox have checked in on both Nico Hoerner and Matt Shaw and the Cubs haven't shut it down, per @alexspeier. "According to sources, the Cubs have been open to conversations on both, and the Sox are among the many teams that have checked in about the two players." In that same article, Speier went on to say that the Red Sox "are prioritizing defense (with solid on-base ability) ahead of power.""
"Both Hoerner and Shaw fit that mold very well. Hoerner has won two Gold Gloves and is considered one of the best defenders in baseball. Shaw was a finalist for the Gold Glove Award at third base last year, surprising many with his performance at the hot corner. The two names that keep coming up in terms of a return for a Cubs infielder are Connelly Early and Payton Tolle."
The Chicago Cubs have been quiet in rumor traffic, with Zac Gallen mentioned but considered unlikely. Any significant move before Spring Training would likely involve Nico Hoerner or Matt Shaw. The Red Sox have shown interest in both players, and the Cubs have remained open to conversations. The Red Sox are prioritizing defense and on-base ability over power in their second-base search. Hoerner has won two Gold Gloves and stands among baseball’s best defenders. Shaw was a Gold Glove finalist at third base last year and delivered surprising defense at the hot corner. Potential return pieces include Connelly Early and Payton Tolle.
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