Mallory Swanson and Dansby Swanson, USWNT star and Cubs shortstop, shared joyful news on Wednesday: they’re expecting their first child.
A Big Announcement from a Sports Power Couple
The couple announced the pregnancy via social media, bringing clarity to Mallory Swanson’s absence from the 2025 NWSL season. The Chicago Stars had previously listed her absence under “personal reasons.”
Swanson hasn’t played a professional game since November, when the Stars were eliminated in the NWSL playoffs. She also skipped the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) SheBelieves Cup training camps earlier this year.
Why Swanson Has Missed the Season
Fans were left wondering about her absence, especially given her standout performance last year. Swanson scored the game-winning goal in the Paris Olympics final against Brazil, marking her 100th cap for the national team.
Now, it’s clear her focus has shifted to family. Swanson is expected to miss the remainder of the NWSL season as the Stars struggle with a 1-1-5 record, sitting 14th in the standings ahead of Saturday’s match against the Washington Spirit.
Dansby Swanson’s Consistent Cubs Season
In his third season with the Cubs, Dansby Swanson is having a strong season. Batting is what the two-time All-Star is doing.236 with 20 RBIs and seven home homers. With a 22-16 record, the Cubs are in first place in the NL Central.
A Chronology of Legacy and Love
Dansby Swanson and Mallory started dating in 2017 and got married in 2022, just after Dansby’s last season with the Atlanta Braves. Their already inspirational athletic journey takes on a new chapter with the revelation of their pregnancy.
Source: Yahoo
