SERGIO ALCÁNTARA NEWS

Drives in three Alcantara went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBI on Thursday against the Pirates.

Impact Alcantara took Miguel Yajure deep in the second inning for a two-run blast to record his fifth home run of the season. He's seen an uptick in playing time of late with Nico Hoerner (general soreness) sidelined and that should continue with Hoerner ruled out for the rest of the campaign. Across his last six games, Alcantara has collected six hits across 24 at-bats with four RBI and three runs scored.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Filling in for banged-up Hoerner Alcantara will start at shortstop and bat eighth Wednesday against the Pirates.

Impact With Nico Hoerner (general soreness) on the bench again, Alcantara will pick up his fifth consecutive start, including his fourth in a row at shortstop. Even if the Cubs elect to shut Hoerner down for the final four games of the season, Alcantara will likely be worthy of consideration only in NL-only leagues. Over 235 plate appearances on the campaign, Alcantara is hitting .203 with four home runs and three stolen bases.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Goes deep as pinch hitter Alcantara hit a two-run home run in his only at-bat in an 8-5 loss to the Cardinals in the first game of Friday's doubleheader.

Impact The 25-year-old put the Cubs on the board with a two-run blast off Cardinals reliever Alex Reyes in the sixth inning. Alcantara started the second game of the twin bill, but he went 0-for-3 and pitched one-third of an inning in a 12-4 blowout loss. The infielder hasn't shown much as a hitter lately either, going just 12-for-50 (.240) across 18 games in September. He owns a .200/.306/.321 slash line with four homers, 13 RBI, 27 runs scored and three stolen bases through 223 plate appearances this year.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Loses hold of starting role Alcantara remains out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Twins.

Impact On the bench for the third game in a row, Alcantara looks set to finish the season in a utility role after Nico Hoerner was activated from the injured list Sunday. While serving as the Cubs' primary shortstop since the beginning of August, Alcantara has been one of the majors' least productive everyday players with a .206/.328/.247 slash line over a stretch of 38 games.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Alcantara isn't in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Twins.

Impact Alcantara has gone 4-for-16 with two runs, an RBI and a stolen base across his last five appearances, and he'll retreat to the bench for a second straight game. Nico Hoerner will shift to shortstop while Matt Duffy starts at second base.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes bag in loss Alcantara went 1-for-4 with a stolen base and an RBI in Friday's 8-5 loss to the Brewers.

Impact Alcantara notched his only base hit of the night in the fourth when he drove in a run to give the Cubs a 3-0 lead. He would end up stealing his third base of the year before the inning ended. The 24-year-old shortstop has now logged a hit in four straight games and picked up his first RBI since Sept. 4. For the year, Alcantara is slashing .202/.305/.311 with three homers, 11 RBI, 26 runs scored and 26:60 BB:K over 214 plate appearances.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On base four times in win Alcantara went 1-for-1 with three walks, a stolen base and a run scored in Friday's 6-5 win over Pittsburgh.

Impact The shortstop has displayed decent patience at the plate this year with a 12.1 percent walk rate, but this was just the second time he's drawn multiple free passes in a game. Alcantara has gone 6-for-18 (.333) in his last six contests. For the season, he's slashing just .203/.306/.338 with three home runs, two stolen bases, nine RBI and 22 runs scored across 174 plate appearances.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Alcantara (ankle) is starting Wednesday's game against the Twins.

Impact Alcantara exited Sunday's loss to the White Sox due to a bruised right ankle but will return to the lineup after a one-game absence. He'll start at shortstop and bat ninth in Wednesday's series finale at Target Field.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Tuesday Alcantara (ankle) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Twins.

Impact A bruised right ankle shortened Alcantara's Sunday afternoon and is holding him out of the lineup Tuesday, although it's unclear whether he'll be available off the bench. Andrew Romine is playing shortstop and batting ninth in the series opener.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

X-rays return negative Alcantara had X-rays on his right ankle come back negative after leaving Sunday's loss to the White Sox, Tim Stebbins of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Alcantara was removed during the fifth inning of Sunday's contest, but he appears he's only dealing with a bruised ankle. The 25-year-old will have Monday's scheduled off day to aid in his recovery before potentially missing more time.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with ankle injury Alcantara was removed from Sunday's game against the White Sox in the fifth inning with a right ankle contusion, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Andrew Romine came off the bench to replace Alcantara, who can be considered day-to-day heading into Tuesday's game in Minnesota. If Alcantara's ankle bruise is serious enough to require a stint on the injured list, Romine and Matt Duffy would be the main candidates to pick up starts at shortstop.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Alcantara isn't in the lineup Saturday against the Royals.

Impact Alcantara went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a strikeout in Wednesday's start against the Reds, but he'll be out of the lineup for the third time in the last four games. Matt Duffy will start at shortstop and bat fourth.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Friday Alcantara is out of the lineup Friday against the Royals.

Impact Alcantara is 5-for-14 with a home run and two RBI in his past five games, and he'll take a seat for the second time in the last three contests. Matt Duffy will start at shortstop Friday in his absence.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets day off Sunday Alcantara is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins.

Impact Alcantara started the first two games of the series but will give way to Andrew Romine at shortstop in the finale Sunday. Alcantara is slashing just .190/.284/.328 this season, so he's not a great fantasy option at this point even when he is in the lineup.

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of lineup Alcantara isn't starting Thursday's game against the Brewers.

Impact Alcantara will be out of the lineup for a third consecutive game, but he's appeared as a pinch hitter in each of the last two contests. Andrew Romine will start at shortstop and bat sixth.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Wednesday Alcantara isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Brewers.

Impact Alcantara was out of the lineup for Tuesday's nightcap, and he'll remain on the bench Wednesday after he went 2-for-6 with two runs, two walks and a strikeout across his last three appearances. Andrew Romine will start at shortstop and bat eighth.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Alcantara is starting at second base and batting eighth in Monday's game against the Brewers.

Impact Alcantara will get the nod at second base while Andrew Romine handles shortstop and David Bote gets the night off. With Javier Baez now playing for the Mets and Nico Hoerner (oblique) on the injured list, Alcantara should see more regular playing time in the middle infield moving forward as the Cubs turn their focus toward 2022. The 25-year-old is slashing .170/.264/.321 in 46 games this season.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not in Saturday's lineup Alcantara isn't starting Saturday's game against the White Sox.

Impact Alcantara will attempt to reset after he went 0-for-14 with a walk and five strikeouts across his last four appearances. Andrew Romine will start at shortstop and bat eighth.

AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seat Tuesday Alcantara is not starting Tuesday against Colorado.

Impact Alcantara started the previous three games at shortstop following the trade of Javier Baez to the Mets, but he'll retreat to the bench Tuesday. Andrew Romine will man shortstop and bat eighth.

AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at shortstop Alcantara is starting Friday against the Nationals.

Impact Alcantara was recalled from Triple-A Iowa on Thursday, and he could serve as a top option at shortstop after the Cubs traded away Javier Baez on Friday. Nico Hoerner (oblique) could serve as the primary shortstop once he returns from the injured list, but Alcantara should still see plenty of playing time.

JULY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A Alcantara was recalled from Triple-A Iowa on Thursday, Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact The 25-year-old spent a week in the minors, but he'll return to the major-league club after Nico Hoerner (oblique) was placed on the 10-day IL. Alcantara should serve in a depth role in the Cubs' infield, while David Bote will likely take over as the primary second baseman.

JULY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to minors Alcantara was optioned to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday, Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Alcantara had started in one of the last eight games, and he went 0-for-4 with three runs, an RBI, a walk and a strikeout during that time. Right-hander Trevor Megill was recalled from Triple-A Iowa in a corresponding move.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in majors Alcantara was recalled from Triple-A Iowa prior to Tuesday's game against the Phillies.

Impact Alcantara was sent back to Iowa on Sunday but will return to the big club following Eric Sogard's (thumb) move to the 10-day iL. He is starting at second base Tuesday and figures to fill in around the infield while David Bote (shoulder) and Matt Duffy (back) continue to work their way back from injuries.

JULY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Triple-A Alcantara was optioned to Triple-A Iowa on Sunday, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact The 24-year-old was promoted in late May after Nico Hoerner (hamstring) landed on the injured list, and he'll head back to the minors now that Hoerner is healthy. Alcantara has appeared in 30 big-league games this season and has a .179/.282/.403 slash line in 79 plate appearances.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of lineup Alcantara isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Reds.

Impact Alcantara has hit just .069 with a double, two runs and a stolen base across his last 13 appearances, and he'll be out of the lineup for a second straight game. Ian Happ will shift to second base while Rafael Ortega starts in center field.

JULY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE