Chicago Cubs: Evaluating Starlin Castro’s career thus far

CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 12: Starlin Castro
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ST. PETERSBURG, FL – MAY 29: Second baseman Starlin Castro #14 of the New York Yankees allows Curt Casali of the Tampa Bay Rays to reach first base on an error during the fifth inning of a game on May 29, 2016 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images)
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – MAY 29: Second baseman Starlin Castro #14 of the New York Yankees allows Curt Casali of the Tampa Bay Rays to reach first base on an error during the fifth inning of a game on May 29, 2016 at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images) /

Defense still a concern for Castro

The only downside to Castro is his defense. Despite his struggles, the move to second base has accounted for a drop in errors, meaning there could be light at the end of the defensive tunnel for Castro.

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Overall, if the price is right, there are some teams that could benefit from bringing Castro aboard. Wherever the youngster ends up, I know Cubs fans will be rooting for him. That is, unless he winds up in St. Louis.