With the Cubs season just hours away, Matt Shaw has officially been added to the 40-man roster. In a corresponding move, right-hander Keegan Thompson has been designated for assignment.
Thompson appeared in 104 games with the Cubs, posting a 3.64 ERA with 225 strikeouts in 227.1 innings. After debuting with several starting opportunities, he was moved to the bullpen by 2023.
Other moves will likely be coming before the domestic opening day in Arizona, but for now, Shaw is the only player joining the Cubs’ roster.
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