PT TODAY: Cubs' Contreras to see time at 1B and OF

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Cubs | Willson Contreras to play 1B and OF
Chicago Cubs C Willson Contreras is expected to see time at first base and in the outfield, in addition to occasional time behind the plate, according to manager Joe Maddon. 'Almost like the program (Kyle) Schwarber was on, minus the first base,' Maddon said.  Source: Chicago Sun-Times - Gordon Wittenmyer
 
BHQ take: News that Contreras will receive PT at additional positions could threaten the PT of injured OF Jorge Soler upon his return from the DL. Contreras' initial showing seems to already have assured a reduction in PT for veteran catcher Miguel Montero....

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