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Dansby Swanson of the Chicago Cubs celebrates in the dugout after scoring on a Pete Crow-Armstrong single against the Detroit Tigers during the third inning at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
(Daniel Bartel, Getty Images)
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) points to the dugout after hitting a double as Cincinnati Reds second baseman Edwin Arroyo (2) stands near him in the seventh inning between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
(Albert Cesare/The Enquirer)
May 20, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras (24) steals second base as Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) can’t handle the throw during the third inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
(David Banks, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Apr 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) celebrates his two-run home run with catcher Carson Kelly (15) in the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
(David Richard, David Richard-Imagn Images)
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 30: Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates after scoring a run during the eighth inning of game one of the National League Wild Card Series between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on September 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
(Michael Reaves, Getty Images)
May 20, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) reacts after scoring against the Miami Marlins during the sixth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
(Sam Navarro, Sam Navarro-Imagn Images)
Vanderbilt infielder Dansby Swanson (7) celebrates an inning-ending play in the eighth inning against Virginia during Game 3 of the College World Series final on June 25, 2014.
(Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Spor)
Jul 22, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) jumps over Kansas City Royals after double play during the ninth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
Vanderbilt infielder Dansby Swanson signs autographs for fans at their NCAA Championship celebration at Vanderbilt University on June 26, 2014.
(George Walker IV / The Tennessean)
Vanderbilt infielder Dansby Swanson waves to the fans while he walks off the field in the NCAA Regionals final game against Radford at Hawkins Field on June 1.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
Vanderbilt infielder Dansby Swanson holds up the NCAA Championship trophy during a celebration at Vanderbilt University on June 26, 2014.
(George Walker IV / The Tennessea)
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) gestures to the dugout after hitting a double in the first inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago Cubs at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Saturday, June 8, 2024.
(Albert Cesare/The Enquirer)
Apr 7, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) reacts after scoring a run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports
(David Banks, David Banks-USA TODAY Sports)
Dansby Swanson, in headphones, is congratulated after being selected first in the MLB Draft on June 8, 2015.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
Sep 27, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) reacts in the dugout after scoring a run against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
(Dale Zanine, Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports)
Vanderbilt's Dansby Swanson, left, talks with fan Sarah Brothers, 9, before Monday’s NCAA Super Regional game against Illinois.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
Sep 26, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) is honored before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
(Brett Davis, Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports)
Aug 5, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) gestures after hitting a two-run home run against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports
(David Banks, David Banks-USA TODAY Sports)
Apr 8, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) scores against the Texas Rangers during the eighth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports
(Matt Marton, Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports)
Jul 19, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; National League shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) of the Atlanta Braves moves out of the way of a pitch thrown by American League pitcher Nestor Cortes (not pictured) of the New York Yankees during the sixth inning of the 2022 MLB All Star Game at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
(Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports)
Jul 19, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; National League shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) of the Atlanta Braves with wife Mallory Pugh during the Red Carpet Show at L.A. Live. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
(Gary A. Vasquez, Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports)
Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) gestures toward the outfield as he crosses the plate after hitting a three-run home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Friday, July 1, 2022, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. The Atlanta Braves won, 9-1.
(Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer)
Nov 5, 2021; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson speaks during the World Series championship rally at Truist Park.
(John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports)
Nov 2, 2021; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson holds up a championship belt after defeating the Houston Astros in game six of the 2021 World Series at Minute Maid Park.
(Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports)
Nov 2, 2021; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson celebrates after defeating the Houston Astros in game six of the 2021 World Series at Minute Maid Park.
(Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports)
Vanderbilt's Dansby Swanson makes a catch against Cal State Fullerton at the College World Series on Sunday, June 14, 2015.
(Jae S. Lee/The Tennessean)
Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) celebrates after a walk-off home run with teammates against the Washington Nationals on Aug. 17, 2020.
(Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports)
Vanderbilt shortstop Dansby Swanson, right, completes a double play as Illinois Ryan Nagle slides into second during the first inning at a NCAA Super Regional game Saturday.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz (26) and shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) react after the Braves defeated the Philadelphia Phillies to clinch the National League East Division title on Sept. 22, 2018.
(Dale Zanine, Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports)
Vanderbilt second baseman Dansby Swanson, right, reacts after forcing out Virginia's John La Prise at second in the eighth inning of Game 3 of the College World Series on June 25, 2014.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
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Dansby Swanson of the Chicago Cubs celebrates in the dugout after scoring on a Pete Crow-Armstrong single against the Detroit Tigers during the third inning at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
(Daniel Bartel, Getty Images)
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Dansby Swanson of the Chicago Cubs celebrates in the dugout after scoring on a Pete Crow-Armstrong single against the Detroit Tigers during the third inning at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
(Daniel Bartel, Getty Images)
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Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) points to the dugout after hitting a double as Cincinnati Reds second baseman Edwin Arroyo (2) stands near him in the seventh inning between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
(Albert Cesare/The Enquirer)
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May 20, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Milwaukee Brewers catcher William Contreras (24) steals second base as Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) can’t handle the throw during the third inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
(David Banks, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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Apr 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) celebrates his two-run home run with catcher Carson Kelly (15) in the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
(David Richard, David Richard-Imagn Images)
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 30: Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates after scoring a run during the eighth inning of game one of the National League Wild Card Series between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on September 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
(Michael Reaves, Getty Images)
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May 20, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) reacts after scoring against the Miami Marlins during the sixth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
(Sam Navarro, Sam Navarro-Imagn Images)
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Vanderbilt infielder Dansby Swanson (7) celebrates an inning-ending play in the eighth inning against Virginia during Game 3 of the College World Series final on June 25, 2014.
(Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Spor)
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Jul 22, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) jumps over Kansas City Royals after double play during the ninth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
(Kamil Krzaczynski, Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images)
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Vanderbilt infielder Dansby Swanson signs autographs for fans at their NCAA Championship celebration at Vanderbilt University on June 26, 2014.
(George Walker IV / The Tennessean)
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Vanderbilt infielder Dansby Swanson waves to the fans while he walks off the field in the NCAA Regionals final game against Radford at Hawkins Field on June 1.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
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Vanderbilt infielder Dansby Swanson holds up the NCAA Championship trophy during a celebration at Vanderbilt University on June 26, 2014.
(George Walker IV / The Tennessea)
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Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) gestures to the dugout after hitting a double in the first inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago Cubs at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Saturday, June 8, 2024.
(Albert Cesare/The Enquirer)
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Apr 7, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) reacts after scoring a run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports
(David Banks, David Banks-USA TODAY Sports)
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Dansby Swanson, in headphones, is congratulated after being selected first in the MLB Draft on June 8, 2015.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
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Sep 27, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) reacts in the dugout after scoring a run against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
(Dale Zanine, Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports)
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Vanderbilt's Dansby Swanson, left, talks with fan Sarah Brothers, 9, before Monday’s NCAA Super Regional game against Illinois.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
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Sep 26, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) is honored before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
(Brett Davis, Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports)
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Aug 5, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) gestures after hitting a two-run home run against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports
(David Banks, David Banks-USA TODAY Sports)
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Apr 8, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) scores against the Texas Rangers during the eighth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports
(Matt Marton, Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports)
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Jul 19, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; National League shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) of the Atlanta Braves moves out of the way of a pitch thrown by American League pitcher Nestor Cortes (not pictured) of the New York Yankees during the sixth inning of the 2022 MLB All Star Game at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports
(Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports)
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Jul 19, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; National League shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) of the Atlanta Braves with wife Mallory Pugh during the Red Carpet Show at L.A. Live. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
(Gary A. Vasquez, Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports)
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Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) gestures toward the outfield as he crosses the plate after hitting a three-run home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Friday, July 1, 2022, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. The Atlanta Braves won, 9-1.
(Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer)
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Nov 5, 2021; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson speaks during the World Series championship rally at Truist Park.
(John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports)
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Nov 2, 2021; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson holds up a championship belt after defeating the Houston Astros in game six of the 2021 World Series at Minute Maid Park.
(Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports)
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Nov 2, 2021; Houston, TX, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson celebrates after defeating the Houston Astros in game six of the 2021 World Series at Minute Maid Park.
(Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports)
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Vanderbilt's Dansby Swanson makes a catch against Cal State Fullerton at the College World Series on Sunday, June 14, 2015.
(Jae S. Lee/The Tennessean)
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Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) celebrates after a walk-off home run with teammates against the Washington Nationals on Aug. 17, 2020.
(Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports)
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Vanderbilt shortstop Dansby Swanson, right, completes a double play as Illinois Ryan Nagle slides into second during the first inning at a NCAA Super Regional game Saturday.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
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Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz (26) and shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) react after the Braves defeated the Philadelphia Phillies to clinch the National League East Division title on Sept. 22, 2018.
(Dale Zanine, Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports)
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Vanderbilt second baseman Dansby Swanson, right, reacts after forcing out Virginia's John La Prise at second in the eighth inning of Game 3 of the College World Series on June 25, 2014.
(Jae S. Lee / The Tennessean)
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A look at Dansby Swanson through the years with the Chicago Cubs , Atlanta Braves , Vanderbilt baseball.
