Cubs claim INF Sergio Alcantara off waivers from Tigers

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(670 The Score) The Cubs have claimed infielder Sergio Alcantara off waivers from the Tigers, they announced Friday.

Alcantara, 24, made his MLB debut in the 2020 season, one in which he went 3-of-21 with one homer in 10 games in Detroit. He played both second base and third base. A switch-hitter, Alcantara has a .256 batting average in a minor league career that spans back to 2013. He primarily played shortstop in the minor leagues.

The Cubs’ 40-man roster sits at 38 players after the addition of Alcantara.

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