PT TODAY: Baez to gain AB with Zobrist on the shelf

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Cubs | Ben Zobrist lands on disabled list
Chicago Cubs 2B/OF Ben Zobrist (wrist) was placed on the 10 day disabled list Friday, June 16 with a left wrist injury. In a corresponding move, INF Tommy La Stella was recalled from Class AAA Iowa.  Source: Chicago Tribune - Mark Gonzales
 
BHQ take: Zobrist continues to be hampered by various nagging injuries. His DL stint means a PT bump for infielder Javier Báez, who will see the bulk of 2B PT in Zobrist's absence. La Stella likely will return to the reserve role he manned before his earlier demotion. La Stella offers good plate skills, though he lacks both power...

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