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Steve Clevenger | Third Baseman

Team: Chicago Cubs
Age / DOB:  (27) / 4/5/1986
Ht / Wt:  6'0' / 195
Bats / Throws: Left / Right
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Steve Clevenger (oblique) caught two bullpen sessions on Monday.
He's also throwing from 120-130 feet and is expected to start swinging a bat early next week. Clevenger is on the 60-day DL and won't be eligible to return until mid-June. He should have no trouble being ready at that time, though he's not a given to return to the big club. Apr 29 - 8:04 PM
Source: MLBlogs.com

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Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Cubs placed C/INF Steve Clevenger on the 60-day disabled list with a left oblique strain.

Clevenger was expected to be sidelined for at least six weeks, so the Cubs decided to go ahead and clear 40-man roster space. Kameron Loe was claimed off waivers and will assume Clevenger's roster spot.
Apr 14 - 1:59 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger will be sidelined for at least six weeks with a left oblique strain.

Clevenger collapsed in pain as he suffered the injury Saturday when he struck out to end the game. The Cubs won't officially place him on the DL until Tuesday, as Darwin Barney is due back that day.
Source: Bruce Miles on Twitter
Apr 14 - 11:11 AM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger has been diagnosed with a left oblique injury and will likely be placed on the 15-day DL.

Clevenger suffered the injury Saturday on the final swing of the Cubs' 3-2 loss to the Giants. The backup catcher is 1-for-8 this season with three strikeouts.
Source: Henry Schulman on Twitter
Apr 13 - 5:15 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger has won the Cubs' final bench spot as a third catcher and backup at first and third base.

Clevenger began his pro career as an infielder and played a little bit at the corner infield spots last season. He'll be used mostly as a lefty pinch hitter.
Source: Chicago Sun-Times
Mar 29 - 9:47 AM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

In an attempt to highlight his versatility, Steve Clevenger will see time at first base during spring training games.

The Cubs lack depth at the position, and with Anthony Rizzo playing for Team Italy in the WBC, it's a great opportunity for the former infielder to prove that he's capable of handling the position defensively. If successful, it would certainly boost his chances of making the Opening Day roster.
Source: MLBlogs.com
Mar 1 - 8:39 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

MLB suspended Steve Clevenger one-game for his involvement in Thursday's bench-clearing brawl with the Nationals.

He won't appeal the suspension. Clevenger was ejected Thursday after pushing Michael Morse and throwing a punch at Ian Desmond. Manny Corpas and bench coach Jamie Quirk have avoided league discipline.
Source: Carrie Muskat on Twitter
Sat, Sep 8, 2012 02:46:00 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger was ejected from Thursday's game against the Nationals in the sixth inning after benches cleared.

Benches cleared after Lendy Castillo threw inside on Bryce Harper, apparently in retaliation to a confrontation between Nationals third base coach Bo Porter and Cubs bench coach Jamie Quirk which caused benches to clear in the previous inning. No punches were thrown in the scrum, but Clevenger shoved Michael Morse and took a swipe at Ian Desmond. Castillo remained in the game and struck out Harper.
Source: Doug Padilla on Twitter
Thu, Sep 6, 2012 09:13:00 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger was ejected from Thursday's game in the fifth inning for arguing balls and strikes with home plate umpire Jeff Nelson.

Clevenger went 0-for-1 with a strikeout before getting tossed. Welington Castillo replaced him behind the plate.
Related: Welington Castillo
Source: Paul Sullivan on Twitter
Thu, Aug 9, 2012 10:58:00 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger hit his first major league homer Friday off the Astros' Bud Norris.

It was a two-run shot. Clevenger got off to a very hot start as Geovany Soto's backup, going 11-for-22 before suffering a strained oblique at the end of April. Since returning, he's hit just .203 with a 14/2 K/BB ratio in 74 at-bats. The Cubs are still giving him more action than most backups, but he'll only be a real asset in NL-only leagues if Soto is traded.
Fri, Jun 29, 2012 05:49:00 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Cubs activated C Steve Clevenger from the 15-day disabled list.

Clevenger was cleared to return after 6-for-13 (.462) with a homer and three RBI over five rehab games with Triple-A Iowa. He was hitting .500 (11-for-22) with five doubles and two RBI prior to landing on the DL late last month with an oblique strain. He could be a smart play in NL-only leagues while Geovany Soto and Welington Castillo are sidelined.
Tue, May 29, 2012 11:08:00 AM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Doug Padilla of ESPN Chicago reports that Steve Clevenger (oblique) could be activated from the disabled list Tuesday.

The Cubs have yet to make an official roster move, but this would mean Blake Lalli would be sent back to the minors. Clevenger is 6-for-13 (.462) with a homer and three RBI over five rehab games with Triple-A Iowa. He'll share playing time with Koyie Hill upon his return.
Related: Koyie Hill, Blake Lalli
Source: Doug Padilla on Twitter
Tue, May 29, 2012 10:56:00 AM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger (oblique) is slated to play nine innings with Triple-A Iowa on Monday and Wednesday before being reevaluated.

Clevenger is 1-for-4 over his first two rehab games. Barring any setbacks, he figures to rejoin the Cubs late next week. The 26-year-old should get significant playing time with Geovany Soto and Welington Castillo both on the shelf with knee injuries.
Related: Geovany Soto, Welington Castillo
Source: Carrie Muskat on Twitter
Fri, May 25, 2012 05:52:00 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger (oblique) went 0-for-2 on Wednesday in his second rehab game with Triple-A Iowa.

He also played four innings behind the plate. Clevenger should be ready rejoin the Cubs within the next few days and figures to get a good amount of playing time with Geovany Soto and Welington Castillo both sidelined.
Source: Carrie Muskat on Twitter
Wed, May 23, 2012 03:06:00 PM
Steve Clevenger - 3B - Cubs

Steve Clevenger (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa Monday.

Assuming he doesn't have a setback, Clevenger is expected to be activated next weekend. With all the injuries the Cubs are dealing with at catcher, he figures to be in line for plenty of playing time when he returns.
Source: Paul Sullivan on Twitter
Sun, May 20, 2012 11:11:00 AM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1Welington Castillo
2Dioner Navarro
3Steve Clevenger
1B1Anthony Rizzo
2B1Darwin Barney
SS1Starlin Castro
3B1Luis Valbuena
2Cody Ransom
LF1Alfonso Soriano
2Ryan Sweeney
CF1David DeJesus
RF1Nate Schierholtz
2Scott Hairston
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1Matt Garza
2Jeff Samardzija
3Edwin Jackson
4Scott Baker
5Scott Feldman
6Travis Wood
7Carlos Villanueva
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Kevin Gregg
2Kyuji Fujikawa
3Carlos Marmol
4James Russell
5Shawn Camp
6Hector Rondon
7Arodys Vizcaino
8Rafael Dolis