New Dads on the Diamond

Dansby Swanson and Javier Assad are both battling slumps and adjusting to life as new dads, finding solace and perspective in their little ones. Swanson, in the midst of one of his worst hitting stretches, says his daughter Josie’s joyful reaction to his voice at home grounds him and reminds him to stay present. Assad, bouncing between Triple-A and the Cubs, credits his wife’s support as he navigates early fatherhood with daughter Arleth. Both athletes cherish moments with their families — Swanson thanks his “village” for helping him balance career and parenthood, while Assad looks forward to his daughter one day cheering him on from the stands. Their demanding baseball lives are made richer by the love and stability of their families, even as they juggle travel, pressure, and the everyday magic of parenting. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6b82233d4c8a36d1