Cubs' Alcantara (wrist) in lineup Friday vs. Dodgers

Chicago Cubs outfielder Arismendy Alcantara (wrist) is back in the lineup Friday against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Analysis:

Alcantara has missed three straight games due to a sprained wrist, but after taking batting practice Thursday, he was deemed healthy enough to be present in Friday's starting lineup. The switch hitter is batting just .212 on the season, but is 5-for-16 at the dish over his previous four starts.