Reds' Arismendy Alcantara: Makes spring debut following thumb injury

Alcantara started in center field and batted second in the Reds' Cactus League opener Friday.

Analysis:

The fact that Alcantara was able to make the start for Cincinnati would seem to indicate his thumb is feeling much better after spraining it back in December. The former Cub and Athletic is competing for a bench spot on the Reds' Opening Day roster.