What happened: Alex Bregman took live fungos at third base during early work at Petco Park. If cleared for defense, Craig Counsell can structure the Chicago Cubs lineup with additional options.
Why it matters: Chicago opens its wild-card series in San Diego with infield alignment still to settle. A Bregman option at third allows Counsell to keep the rest of the defense in place for October matchups.
What to watch: Watch Chicago's pregame lineup card for Bregman's defensive assignment.