WATCH: Matt Shaw updates his injury status |
Tony Crumpton
· · Thursday, February 27 2025
Chicago Cubs rookie third baseman Matt Shaw spoke before the game to provide an update on his recovery from injury, how he keeps a positive mindset through the process and more.
"At this point, I am pretty much fully healed,” Shaw said. “I am getting my legs back under me after being out here two months. I am in a really good spot. I don't have a lot of worries, and I don't think the team has a lot of worries. Now with the position we are in, I am throwing and hitting. I am getting live at-bats. I am really excited about playing in games in the next few days. I am just in a great spot. I have zero anxieties or worries now.” Watch the interview below: Video summary/cliff-notes: 00:01) Matt Shaw emphasizes patience in recovery, stating his body dictates the timeline and that he’s focused on getting fully healthy rather than rushing back. (00:31) Attributes his confidence and perspective to his parents, particularly their selflessness, which helps him stay grounded in the game. (01:04) Recognizes that many players face similar challenges and keeps perspective by not letting baseball be the sole focus of his life. (01:35) Takes a day-by-day approach to recovery, following the team's guidance and not stressing about the future. (02:10) Reports that he is fully healed and primarily working on regaining his legs under him after two months of preparation. (02:37) Feels confident in his progress, engaging in throwing, hitting, and live at-bats, with no anxieties about his recovery.
