César Prieto collected three hits in five trips to the plate, drove in three runs and also scored twice in St. Louis’ 13-4 win over the Nationals. The infielder is hitting a robust .429 in his quest for a spot on the Opening Day roster.
The way the native of Cienfuegos, Cuba is hitting he should be almost assured a roster spot based on his performance on the preseason, the Cuban might have just won the utility role based on his ability to place various positions in the infield.
Zach Neto drove in two runs via a second inning single during his four at-bats in the Angels’ 8-8 tie with the Royals. The Cuban-American shortstop also scored a run, while also stealing a base to see his average fall to .326 on the spring.
Zach Neto’s 2-Run Single from tonight’s Angels-Royals game pic.twitter.com/XL3oJvTxAX
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Cuban action on the day:
Adrián Morejón (SD) 0.2IP,2H,0ER
José Iglesias (NYM) 4-1,R
Alex Faedo (DET) 1.1IP,0H,0ER,K *
Raisel Iglesias (ATL) 1.0IP,3H,3ER,3K
José Barrero (TEX) 3-0,RBI,R
Luis Robert (CHW) 4-1,R
Coco Montes (COL) 0-0,DR*
Lourdes Gurriel Jr (ARI) 3-0
Jorge Soler (SF) 3-1,2B
César Prieto (STL) 5-3,3RBI,2R
Yasiel Ramos (STL) 1-0
Yennier Cano (BAL) 0.2IP,2H,2ER,3BB
Zach Neto (LAA) 4-1,2RBI,R,SB*
Alexander Vargas (NYY) 1-0
*Cuban-American