Shaw, the Cubs’ top prospect, entered spring as the favorite to win the job at third base. But the team has taken a cautious approach to his ramp-up after an oblique injury. They’re likely targeting Sunday for Shaw’s first spring-training game, manager Craig Counsell said.

While the Cubs are in Japan, Hoerner will continue to get in work via minor-league games, according to manager Craig Counsell.

Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner will not travel to Japan for the season-opening Tokyo Series against the Dodgers, a move the Cubs believe is the best way to prepare him for the regular season. Hoerner underwent flexor tendon surgery in his right forearm on Oct.