The Chicago Cubs’ top prospect, Matt Shaw, is in the spotlight at present. With his Major League debut on the Tokyo Series Game 1 against the Los Angeles Dodgers, his highly anticipated inclusion indicates his rise through the Cubs’ ranks. And his performance also talks about the hard work and immense contribution made by his parents.

The two persons who have rooted for Matt Shaw since his childhood are his parents. Shaw was born on November 6, 2001, in Brimfield, Massachusetts. As a freshman, he had a record of 22 home runs and a .332 batting average during a game organized at the University of Maryland. And all was possible due to his parents, James and Chris Shaw, who must be feeling proud watching their son make it to MLB, isn’t it? 

Who are Matt Shaw’s parents? Meet James and Chris Shaw

Matt Shaw’s father, James Shaw, played a major role in his son’s career. Aspiring to be a baseball player himself, somehow, the plans didn’t work out accordingly. And with his failed dream, James wanted to see his son making it big in baseball. That’s when he decided to do something unique—he developed a baseball diamond comprising of the three bases, a plate, and a mound, which allowed Matt Shaw to practice.

James’ constant support and coaching in the backyard of their house grew his son’s love for the sports. Gradually, his father’s ambitions turned out to be Matt Shaw’s own, leading him to play at the College Park and become a star for the Terps.

Matt Shaw’s mother, Chris Shaw, also played a vital role in his life. While his father prepared the baseball field, his mother often visited Maryland to watch her son play. “Baseball has been able to bring everybody together,” Chris Shaw shared once. She believed that Matt’s love for baseball helped in bringing everyone together, and never kept her confined in showing support for her son. Both of them cheered, watching him play, until he gradually moved towards achieving his goal of becoming a successful baseball player and playing in the major league.

Mr. and Mrs. Shaw, both played major roles in helping their son make it big in baseball. A star makes his way into the MLB, chasing the same dream that his father had. And all of this became possible with the strong bond between a father, a mother, and son. And, Matt Shaw only made them proud.

Matt Shaw’s relationship with his girlfriend

As a top MLB prospect for the Chicago Cubs, the 23-year-old infielder has been getting a lot of advice from the seniors. But one thing that sets him apart is getting rid of social media activities from his daily life. “It was just something that, to me, wasn’t beneficial in any way; I didn’t really enjoy it, and I could tell it’s very easy to waste time on,” Shaw said once. He even cited the reason behind it, and that’s because of his dedication for baseball and also his commitment to his girlfriend, Danielle, who is his fiancé at present. Wondering how deeply he loves his woman?

While Shaw hopes to hit 40 home runs someday, he also wants to become a good husband to Danielle. And before everything, she is amazing friend to him, too. Although he has put his heart and soul into the game, it seems like Shaw cherishes every moment spent with her. And, he surely is looking forward to forming a stronger relationship with Danielle and maybe tying the knot soon, right?

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