Matt Shaw returns to Cubs after two months on injured list
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:45 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Matt Shaw is back with the Chicago Cubs after recovering from a left-hand sprain that sidelined him for two months. He was reinstated from the injured list ahead of the Cubs' seven-game homestand against the Cincinnati Reds. In five rehab games with Triple-A Iowa, Shaw batted.316, contributing six hits and four RBIs. With Dansby Swanson out until late September, Shaw may split time in the infield, primarily at second base, while continuing to support the outfield position. Kevin Alcántara was optioned to Triple-A in a corresponding roster move.
- •Shaw missed two months due to a left-hand sprain.
- •He batted.316 with four RBIs during rehab with Triple-A Iowa.
- •Cubs face the Reds in a seven-game homestand.
- •Shaw may play at second base with Swanson injured.
- •Kevin Alcántara sent to Triple-A to accommodate Shaw's return.
- 7:21 PMESPN MLB — Shaw returns to Cubs after two-month IL stint
- 5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Matt Shaw returns to the Cubs after a two-month stint on the injured list
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Matt Shaw returns to Cubs after missing 2 months due to hand injury
"The Chicago Cubs received a boost Friday morning ahead of a crucial homestand against divisional rivals when utilityman Matt Shaw was activated off the injured list. Shaw last played for the Cubs on June 28 before landing on the IL with a sprained left hand. When he first was sidelined, Shaw and the Cubs weren’t expecting it to be a long-term issue.
"The Cubs activated utilityman Matt Shaw from the injured list after he missed two months with a sprained left hand.
"Shaw's versatility will give manager Craig Counsell options with Dansby Swanson out until late September.
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External links- ESPN MLBAug 28, 2026, 7:21 PMShaw returns to Cubs after two-month IL stint
The Cubs activated utilityman Matt Shaw from the injured list after he missed two months with a sprained left hand.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 5:45 PMMatt Shaw returns to the Cubs after a two-month stint on the injured list
The Chicago Cubs received a boost Friday morning ahead of a crucial homestand against divisional rivals when utilityman Matt Shaw was activated off the injured list. Shaw last played for the Cubs on June 28 before landing on the IL with a sprained left hand. When he first was sidelined, Shaw and the Cubs weren’t expecting it to be a long-term issue.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 3:40 PMMatt Shaw returns to Cubs after missing 2 months due to hand injury
Shaw's versatility will give manager Craig Counsell options with Dansby Swanson out until late September.
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