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What becomes of Villanueva then?

I'm hoping he slides over to 2B, and Alcantara to OF.
 


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That's a likely move. And a few weeks ago when it was known this move to Iowa would happen soon, I would have damn near guaranteed it. But, with Olt officially sucking and Valbuena's success, do we think they may still think of Alcantara as the future 2B? More so than a utility?

 

I'm intrigued to see their lineup/defense once he gets there.

 

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Alcantara probably isn't going to lose the "2nd baseman of the future" label to Valbuena. He might lost it to Baez, though, and be moved to CF. The Cubs OF sucks, so that might not be a bad thing. I could see Alacantara taking over CF soon, if he can hack it defensively.

 

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Alcantara's numbers haven't been that great in AAA.  I don't get the love. I think his bat plays great at 2B, and I guess it's okay if he can move to CF.  Nevermind.  His bat is good enough.  Bring him.