Tommy La Stella has come a long way since his 2016 Chicago Cubs’ debacle. When he was sent down to the minors in late July 2016, he did not immediately report to Iowa. Since then, though, he appears to be embracing his role of pinch hitter for the Cubs. He excelled in the role in 2017 and is off to a good start in 2018, as well.
La Stella has started at second base and third base this season. His starts primarily occurred while Kris Bryant sat out after being hit in the head. He also got a start Tuesday against the Miami Marlins while Javier Baez sat out with groin tightness.