I just wrote about the possibility of rookie outfielder Tyler Colvin being an option for first base in 2011, but I thought it was something that would be explored in the offseason, not immediately. But when the playoff hopes are long gone, why not give Colvin a chance to get some playing time there this season? It sounds like that could happen.

Cubs television play-by-play announcer, Len Kasper, said during today's Cubs-Padres broadcast that Colvin took some infield practice at first base before the game today, and will continue to do so for the remainder of the season. Kasper even said that it's likely we will see Colvin in a game before the season ends.

So, if you didn't have a reason to watch this horrible team for the remainder of the season(my reason is Starlin Castro right now), well, maybe you do now if Colvin gets a chance to play first base.

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