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When the Chicago Cubs optioned Nico Hoerner to the alternate site to open the season, I was honestly fine with the decision. I think we often forget how little time he spent in the minors – and getting more seasoning, especially offensively, seemed like it would only help the former first-rounder.
But after just two games back with the big league club, Hoerner has changed my mind. He belongs in Chicago – and needs to split the second base duties with David Bote, who could also see time at third when Kris Bryant is in the outfield.