PT TODAY: Castro out for season?

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Cubs | Starlin Castro done for 2014
Chicago Cubs SS Starlin Castro (ankle) is likely done for the season with a high ankle sprain.  Source: MLB.com - Carrie Muskat
 
BHQ take: Rookie call-up Logan Watkins and journeyman Chris Valaika are the big PT gainers from the news that Castro will miss considerable time, while OF Ryan Sweeney joins OF Justin Ruggiano in being out for the season. Anthony Rizzo is also currently sidelined. Javier Báez will likely see most of his PT at SS rather than 2B, creating dual eligibility in most leagues. Watkins, Baez and Valaika have been...

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