Over his first three seasons with the Cubs, Swanson has largely been a league-average bat. However, 2026 has been a slog for the shortstop.

Over his first three seasons with the Cubs, Swanson has largely been a league-average bat. However, 2026 has been a slog for the shortstop.

The Cubs will keep running Swanson out there, hoping something clicks with his swing, knowing that their fragile pitching staff needs help.