Red Sox consider Cubs' Matt Shaw as trade target before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:37 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow may reach out to the Chicago Cubs regarding infielder Matt Shaw ahead of the August 3 trade deadline. Shaw, currently lacking a clear position with the Cubs due to the signings of Alex Bregman and Nico Hoerner, could be available as Chicago seeks a starting pitcher. Shaw's contract status, with team control until 2028, makes him an attractive asset for the Red Sox, who have promising pitching prospects to offer in return. Breslow's inquiry could help the Sox bolster their infield and bring Shaw back to Massachusetts.
- •Shaw is blocked at second and third base with Bregman and Hoerner's contracts.
- •The Cubs may focus on acquiring a starting pitcher this summer.
- •Shaw has no arbitration eligibility until after the 2028 season.
- •The Red Sox have several top pitching prospects available for trade.
- •Shaw is originally from Springfield, Massachusetts.
- 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — Potential Red Sox Trade Target Needs 'Change Of Scenery'
"Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow could place a call to the Chicago Cubs if he's looking to upgrade the roster before the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
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