Cubs SS Dansby Swanson, 32, Enters 11th MLB Season

Cubs veteran shortstop Dansby Swanson, turning 32 on Feb 11, enters his 11th MLB season. The 2015 first overall pick has amassed 28.4 bWAR, with power numbers trending up to around 20 HR since 2021. Despite a dip in batting average to .244, he remains a superb fielder and team leader. Swanson has four years left on his seven-year deal and is projected for a .244/.300/.417 slash line with 24 HR, 20 SB, and 77 RBI in 2026.