Aug. 02--The Cubs are likely to make a roster move after Sunday's game, but it might be a while before infield slugger Javier Baez is promoted from Triple-A Iowa.
The Cubs have discussed various options regarding the makeup of their roster and playing time. The biggest issue concerning Baez, who is batting .343 (12-for-35) with two home runs and nine RBIs since his return from a fracture of his left ring finger, is that he's assured of consistent playing time when he rejoins the Cubs.
"The overall message I'm hearing is that our guys want to make sure he gets it going," Cubs manager Joe Maddon said. "The fact he missed so much time (due to the death of his sister and the injury), right now we're OK.
"Obviously, if there's an injury, we can accelerate it. For right now, I think our guys are very comfortable with the work he's getting and the progress he's making."
The Cubs could opt to promote a right-handed hitter from Iowa since they're scheduled to face three left-handed starters in Pittsburgh.
