Johnny Venezia advised grabbing Tim Elko everywhere because he’s 0 % rostered yet possesses real big-league ready pop. The 26-year-old debuted with a home run in his first MLB plate appearance and brings mature plate skills after starring at Ole Miss. In Triple-A this year Elko hit .310 with 10 home runs and a 1.100 OPS, proof the power is already translating. Venezia thinks that experience will let him contribute right away as a plug-and-play utility bat or at least a bench stash that could grow into everyday value if he sticks in the middle of Chicago’s lineup.