Kyle Tucker has played on the October stage in each of the past six seasons, including running down the final out of the Astros’ World Series triumph over the Phillies three years ago. The new Cubs star plans on continuing his postseason streak with his new ballclub.

In the hubbub of the first day of full-squad workouts, the transition between outfield work and batting practice gave them a few minutes to just chat. “It’s been a lot of fun getting to know the guys more on a personal level,

Matt Shaw is the favorite to start at third base for the Chicago Cubs on opening day after Alex Bregman signed with the Boston Red Sox in free agency.

While the Cubs have added some role players who can handle third base, there is no internal option with more upside than Shaw.