Sergio Alcántara, a 29-year-old infielder, has signed a minor league deal with the Phillies. Previously, he signed a non-roster deal with the Nationals but was released after failing to make the big-league roster. Alcántara has a big-league track record of 506 plate appearances over 193 games, with a batting average of .207. His defensive skills have been noted, particularly at shortstop, where he has a positive defensive value. Despite his offensive struggles, teams continue to value his fielding abilities.
"Sergio Alcántara has a big-league track record consisting of 506 plate appearances over 193 games from 2020-25, batting .207/.278/.340 with a wRC+ of 70."
"Alcántara's most significant action came in 2021 with the Cubs, where he was worth 1.0 fWAR in 89 games thanks to his defense, including 6 Outs Above Average."
"Despite his offensive struggles, Alcántara has always been better in the field, profiling as a slightly above average shortstop with 3 career Defensive Runs Saved."
"Statcast viewed Alcántara's arm strength positively in 2021 and 2022, which aids his performance on the left side of the infield."
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