Sergio Alcántara Stats

The Arizona Diamondbacks have acquired infielder Sergio Alcantara from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations. He was designated for assignment last week and could get more chances in Arizona. Nick Ahmed (shoulder) is currently sidelined, so Alcantara could begin the season as the starting shortstop. The 25-year-old hit .205/.303/.327 with five homers last season in 255 plate appearances. In a corresponding move, outfielder Josh VanMeter has been designated for assignment. He hit .212/.300/.364 with 16 homers and 13 steals with Arizona last season. VanMeter should draw some interest on the waiver wire, but isn't much of a fantasy option right now. Alcantara should get some at-bats in Arizona, but is tough to trust.

3 months ago

Chicago Cubs infielder Sergio Alcantara has been optioned to Triple-A Iowa ahead of Thursday's contest against the St. Louis Cardinals. The young infielder has struggled during his time at the big league level. Right-hander Trevor Megill will be recalled in a corresponding move. The Cubs bullpen has been used frequently lately and needs another fresh arm. Alcantara could be back up around the trade deadline, but won't be much of an asset in fantasy leagues.

over 9 months ago

Chicago Cubs shortstop Sergio Alcantara went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. The home run was his first of the season. Alcantara has started the last three games at shortstop for the Cubs with shortstop Javier Baez (thumb) sidelined. Despite the nice performance on Wednesday, Alcantara will lose his playing time when Baez returns and he can remain on the waiver wire.

over a year ago