The Chicago Cubs recalled outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara from Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday and optioned outfielder Miles Mastrobuoni to the Arizona Complex League in a corresponding move. Alcantara, the team's No. 6 prospect per MLB Pipeline, earned the late-season call-up after batting a combined .278/.353/.428 with a .781 OPS, 14 home runs, 61 RBI, 14 stolen bases and 61 runs scored in 111 total games with Iowa and Double-A Tennessee this year. The 22-year-old outfielder is extremely athletic for his size (6-foot-6, 188 pounds). He hits from the right side and also throws right-handed. Alcantara could get a little run to close out the Cubs' 2024 season this weekend, especially if Seiya Suzuki (ankle) is unable to return. Alcantara can get long with his swing because of his size, but if he can shorten his swing down, he has easy 30-homer power at the next level.
Although it has been only two games, Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara has not missed a beat since his promotion to Triple-A Iowa. The big outfielder went 1-for-3 with a home run on Wednesday and is now 2-for-6 in his first two games with Iowa. The 22-year-old spent most of his season with Double-A Tennessee, but his recent promotion makes him one step closer to making his big-league debut with the Cubs. Between both levels, Alcantara is hitting .273 with 10 homers, 40 RBI and seven stolen bases in 297 at-bats. Alcantara has really improved his plate discipline this season and his all-around potential gives him a very high ceiling moving forward. Managers in dynasty leagues should consider giving Alcantara a look in his new home.
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara will join fellow prospects Matt Shaw and James Triantos in Triple-A Iowa on Monday. Alcantara, 22, is the currently the Cubs No. 6 prospect per MLB Pipeline and has spent the entire season with Double-A Tennessee. With Tennessee, Alcantara hit a respectable .271 with nine homers, 39 RBI and nine stolen bases in 291 at-bats. Alcantara stands tall at 6'6, 188 pounds, offering plenty of athleticism to go along with his powerful bat. He has also improved on his plate discipline since last year, allowing him to continue to improve at the dish. Although he isn't the Cubs top prospect, he may have the highest ceiling of their position players and should be on the radar of dynasty league managers.
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara stayed hot on Thursday by going 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI. This extended his hitting streak to an eye-catching 10 games and an extra-base hitting streak to four games. Alcantara was in a bit of a slide through June as he held a disappointing 1.79 AVG but has clearly put those struggles way behind him as he is riding a season-best .365 AVG through July. The 22-year-old has enjoyed a nice season at Double-A and could see the final weeks of the season at Triple-A if he continues this strong play.
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara has gone deep three times in his past five games and is riding an impressive eight-game hitting streak. Since the start of July, the 64th-ranked prospect on MLB.com has held a dominant .345/.369/.603 line with four home runs, 20 RBI, and one stolen base. Alcantara has spent the entire 2024 campaign with Double-A Tennessee and has held a solid .274/.329/.413 line with eight home runs, 36 RBI, and six stolen bases across 67 games. The 22-year-old could see time at Triple-A Iowa later this summer, which opens the door for a potential 2025 major league debut.
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara has performed very well in the batter's box through the first half of July at Double-A Tennessee. Across nine games, the 22-year-old has posted a remarkable .368/.419/.526 line with one home run, 10 RBI, and a 4:11 BB:K ratio. This is a stark contrast to the disappointing .179/.289/.205 line he held through June. Overall, the outfielder has been able to perform very well at times through his first extended look at Double-A pitching. Alcantara could earn an opportunity to get a brief taste of Triple-A before the end of the season and remains on track to make his major league debut next summer.
Kevin Alcantara Breaks Out Of Skid With Four-Hit Performance
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara went 4-4 at the plate on Friday with a double, one RBI, and a stolen base. Alcantara entered this game, hitting a mere .200/.286/.280 line over the past week. This is the 21-year-old first true look at Double-A pitching, as he only appeared in five games at this level last year. This season he holds a solid .248/.298/.376 line with four home runs three stolen bases, but a poor 10:37 BB:K ratio. Alcantara has showcased his strong power and speed combination in the minor leagues before, with a 15/14 season at Single-A in 2022 and a 12/15 season at High-A last year. He is projected to join the major league roster next season but may have a difficult time finding a steady opportunity as the Cubs have three established outfielders on their roster and top prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong, who is expected to be the center fielder of the future. Nonetheless, Alcantara could be worth adding in dynasty leagues if he joins Triple-A Iowa this summer.
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara went 2-for-4 with a home run on Wednesday for Double-A Tennessee. The home run would be the first of the year for the 21-year-old. Alcantara has been off to a very slow start this year, hitting just .086 with a stolen base and hopefully Wednesday round-tripper will get him going. It is only nine games in, so there is no concern for the talented outfielder. Alcantara offers loads of potential and the power should continue to blossom as his body fills out, but he needs to become more disciplined at the dish to reach his full potential. The Cubs have plenty of outfield depth throughout their system, but Alcantara has arguably the most upside. If he can improve his vision at the plate, Alcantara could be a star at the next level. Dynasty managers should consider Alcantara moving forward.
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara went 1-for-2 with a solo home run versus the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday. Alcantara, 21, spent most of 2023 in High-A South Bend with limited action in Rookie Ball and Double-A. Between all three levels, Alcantara hit .284 with 13 round trippers, 71 RBI and 15 stolen bases to go along with 105 strikeouts and 36 walks over 435 plate appearances. The Cubs have a crowded outfield at both the big-league level and on the farm, which should lead to the likely outcome of the 6'6 power hitter to remain in the minor leagues in 2023. Strikeouts will be a big part of his game, but his blend of raw power and speed are intriguing enough to roster him in dynasty leagues with the expectation that he could be a few years away.
Chicago Cubs outfield prospect Kevin Alcantara went 4-for-6 with a home run, three RBI, three runs, and a stolen base in a game for High-A South Bend. The 20-year-old has disappointed in his first season with South Bend, slashing .253/.280/.393 with a 24.6% strikeout rate and 3.2% walk rate in 41 games. However, he has heated up lately with a 1.074 OPS and seven runs in his last seven games. The 6-foot-6 outfielder has displayed his elite power and speed, with four home runs and 11 stolen bases on the season. He is years away from the MLB, but his raw talent makes him a must-roster in dynasty leagues.
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