Cubs' Matt Shaw is still in the picture after trade deadline and nearing return

Matt Shaw remains a factor for the Chicago Cubs despite not being traded at the Aug. 3 deadline while recovering from a sprained left wrist. The 24-year-old hasn’t appeared in the majors since June 28, but reported no issues after hitting off the Trajekt pitching machine at Wrigley Field. The Cubs plan to repeat those sessions Saturday and Sunday, then reassess. If things go smoothly, Shaw expects to begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday. His timeline is complicated by offseason roster moves including Alex Bregman’s $175 million, five-year deal and Nico Hoerner’s extension.