Tyler Austin, a potential key bench piece for the Chicago Cubs, is out for months after knee surgery

MESA, Ariz. — Veteran infielder Tyler Austin projected to be an important bench piece for the Chicago Cubs this year. That is now in flux. Austin underwent surgery Tuesday for a patellar tendon debridement in his right knee that will sideline him for months. Photos: An inside look at Chicago Cubs spring training Austin, who signed a one-year, $1.25 million contract in December, has a history ...