DANSBY SWANSON NEWS

Why Dansby Swanson is buying into the Chicago Cubs' vision for winning now: 'They definitely have a clear plan' Finding a new home with the Chicago Cubs carried deeper meaning for Dansby Swanson. When Swanson was growing up in the Atlanta area, his gra...

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • MERCURYNEWS.COM

If adding Dansby Swanson shows winning is a priority, Jed Hoyer's work can't be done Hoyer more than anyone should be pushing to make sure it's not only seasons down the line that are successful, but 2023 as well.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Greenberg: Is Dansby Swanson ready to be 'The Man' for the Cubs? Dansby Swanson displayed the charisma that makes him a team leader; now he'll have to produce to make his new deal pay off for the Cubs.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Column: Dansby Swanson signing marks the Chicago Cubs' biggest step forward since the beginning of the sell-off Dansby Swanson and the Chicago Cubs seem like a perfect fit — or a "match made in heaven," as Swanson said.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Schultz: Alex Anthopoulos, Braves couldn't close gap to keep Dansby Swanson Anthopoulos on moving on from Swanson, how it impacts the Braves and what's next.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Cubs, All-Star SS Swanson finalize $177 million, 7-year deal

All-Star shortstop Dansby Swanson is joining the Chicago Cubs, finalizing a $177 million, seven-year contract

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LIVE: Cubs introduce new SS Dansby Swanson Watch live right here as the Cubs hold an introductory press conference for new shortstop Dansby Swanson, who joined Chicago on a seven-year...

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • MLB.COM

Bellinger looking forward to fresh start after joining Cubs

Cody Bellinger is looking forward to a fresh start with the Chicago Cubs and showing that he can once again be a productive hitter

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jameson Taillon optimistic about Cubs' future thanks to Dansby Swanson, Anthony Rizzo Taillon, Chicago's newest pitcher, is among the team's offseason acquisitions hoping to return October electricity to the Friendly Confines.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Cubs, right-hander Taillon finalize 4-year contract

The Chicago Cubs and right-hander Jameson Taillon have finalized a four-year contract worth roughly $68 million

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs make long overdue commitment, gain credibility with Dansby Swanson signing With Swanson, the 2023 Cubs look better on paper, and the franchise’s long-range plan looks more credible.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Braves lose Swanson to Cubs in free agency ATLANTA -- Thoughts of Dansby Swanson returning to Atlanta began to evaporate as this offseason’s earliest weeks began to unfold. They were...

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • MLB.COM

Chicago Cubs reportedly sign shortstop Dansby Swanson

Dansby Swanson has signed with the Chicago Cubs after seven seasons with the Atlanta Braves. Here are the details.

DECEMBER 17, 2022

MLB Winter Meetings: Will Aaron Judge, Carlos Rodón sign? Who's getting traded?

With several of the MLB's top free agents still on the open market, the FOX Sports staff revealed what they're most looking forward to from...

DECEMBER 5, 2022

AP source: Trea Turner, Phillies reach $300M, 11-year deal

The Philadelphia Phillies have landed Trea Turner, agreeing to a $300 million, 11-year contract with the dynamic shortstop

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

What we're hearing on the Cubs, Dansby Swanson and others ahead of the Winter Meetings With the free-agent market appearing to tilt toward the players, will the Cubs spend what it takes to add the missing pieces they need?

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Dodgers Rumors: MLB Insider Names 'Best Option' at Shortstop For LA MLB insider Jon Heyman says Dansby Swanson might be the Dodgers’ best option at shortstop for 2023 if Trea Turner doesn’t want to come back.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dansby Swanson was a homegrown star for the Braves. He may get paid elsewhere

Dansby Swanson is a Georgia native who has spent seven years with the Braves. He's MLB's best defensive shortstop. But the Braves may let hi...

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Swanson is Not the Answer for the Phillies The Philadelphia Phillies are in the market to land a marquee shortstop, but Dansby Swanson is one name they should not consider.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Mark Bradley: The pros and cons of Dansby Swanson, stylish shortstop ATLANTA — One year after Freddie Freeman up and left the Braves, Dansby Swanson can up and leave. (Let’s get this out of the way: Swanson, l...

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

David O'Brien: Three Braves got National League MVP votes:... - The Athletic Three Braves got National League MVP votes: Austin Riley finished sixth, Dansby Swanson was 12th, and rookie Michael Harris II was 13th. The...

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Harper set for elbow surgery, opening day status in doubt

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper will have surgery next week to repair the small tear in the ulnar collateral ligament of his right elbow

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rejects qualifying offer Swanson rejected Atlanta's $19.65 million qualifying offer Tuesday and will remain a free agent, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Swanson is likely to receive more in average-annual value via a multi-year deal on the open market, so it's no surprise to see him reject the qualifying offer. However, the rejection will affect the 28-year-old market since whichever team signs him will have to forfeit a draft pick. Swanson had a .277/.329/.447 slash line with 25 home runs, 96 RBI and 18 stolen bases while playing in all 162 games last season, and he remains one of the better defensive shortstops in the game.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE