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THIS Is Why Dansby Swanson MATTERS to the Chicago Cubs!
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Aug 27, 20266:20
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Dansby Swanson has been a key part of the Chicago Cubs in 2026, providing Gold Glove-caliber defense and 18 home runs with 66 RBIs despite hitting .216 this season. His Grade 2 left oblique strain has sidelined him for 4–6 weeks, creating a hole at shortstop as the Cubs push toward the postseason. With Swanson out, players like Pedro Ramirez and Nico Hoerner will be called on to help fill the gap and keep the Cubs rolling. We break down why Swanson matters so much to Chicago’s defense, lineup, and playoff hopes.
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"THIS Is Why Dansby Swanson MATTERS to the Chicago Cubs!" is an episode of CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast. Runtime 6 min. Published August 27, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
