WATCH: Matt Shaw on his "amazing moment" with his first MLB homer |
Tony Crumpton
· · Sunday, March 30 2025
Matt Shaw speaks to the media ahead of Sunday's series finale against the Arizona Diamondbacks about the moment of hitting his first MLB career home run, finding balance while playing in his first major league games and more.
Watch the pregame interview below: Video summary/cliff-notes: (00:00) Matt Shaw hit his first major league home run and plans to frame the baseball as a keepsake. (00:10) Describes running the bases as an "amazing moment," made even better by the fact that the run contributed to the team's victory. (00:32) Coming into the game later than usual was a unique experience, but he used resources like the batting cage to stay ready. (01:06) Anticipated a fastball early in the count and was prepared to be aggressive at the plate. (01:37) Acknowledged that he was more passive in his first four games but aimed to be more aggressive in this game. (02:15) Praised a game-changing defensive play by a teammate, emphasizing how such plays build momentum and excitement for the team.
