With Mike Moustakas expected back after blowing out the ACL tendon in his right knee last season, Cuthbert is looking to get on the field any way possible. Earlier this week the Royals also suggested Cuthbert could see time at designated hitter.
Lots of practice, little game action at second
The Royals have talked about Cuthbert gaining experience at second for several years, but he’s taken very few balls during live games on the other side of the infield. This past fall he spent time in the Arizona Instructional League learning the position, but in the minor leagues he logged all of three games at second.