Moisés Ballesteros - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Cubs' Moises Ballesteros looking to take the next step this year | Sporting News Ballesteros could play a major role for the Cubs this upcoming season.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Moises Ballesteros and Christian Bethancourt Still Delayed by Visa Issues for a While Moises Ballesteros will not be in camp for at least another week.

4 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Not expected back until next week Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that Ballesteros (personal) isn't expected to report to camp until next weekend at the soonest, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact The Cubs are short on catching depth for the early part of camp, as Ballesteros and non-roster invitee Christian Bethancourt continue to work through visa issues that have delayed their arrival in the United States. A poor defender, Ballesteros likely won't be counted on to make frequent starts behind the plate with the Cubs in 2026, but he's an impact bat who could push his way into the everyday lineup as a designated hitter. Ballesteros didn't look overmatched in his first exposure to big-league pitching last season, slashing .298/.394/.474 with a 13.6 percent walk rate and 18.2 percent strikeout rate over his 66 plate appearances for Chicago.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not at camp due to visa issue Ballesteros has not arrived at spring training yet due to a visa issue, but Chicago manager Craig Counsell said he is "expected shortly," Sarah Barber of Sports Illustrated reports...

Impact Ballesteros has yet to receive clearance to travel from his native Venezuela, but Counsell downplayed the issue and said he's not worried at this point about the delay. It's an important spring for the 22-year-old catching prospect, who debuted for the Cubs last season and posted an impressive .868 OPS across 20 games. Ballesteros is the favorite at this point to serve as the Cubs' top DH option in 2026, and he could mix in some behind the plate in relief of Carson Kelly and Miguel Amaya, though his top asset remains his bat.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

MLB analyst puts pressure on Cubs' Moises Ballesteros to perform | Sporting News The Cubs need Ballesteros to provide power from the left side.

FEBRUARY 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Greater opportunity awaits Ballesteros has a clearer path to the Cubs' starting DH job as a result of the trade that sent Owen Caissie to the Marlins for Edwin Cabrera, Jordan Bastain of MLB.com reports.

Impact Ballesteros acquitted himself quite well in 66 major league plate appearances, hitting .298/.394/.474 with two homers. His 13.6 BB% and 18.2 K% were particularly encouraging for a player making his debut as a 21-year old. Ballesteros might get pushed into the strong-side of a platoon with Matt Shaw, who lost his starting third base job when the Cubs signed Alex Bregman.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

2026 Chicago Cubs Top 10 MLB Prospects Presenting Baseball America's 2026 ranking of the top prospects in the Cubs system, headlined by catcher Moises Ballesteros.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • BASEBALLAMERICA.COM

Kyle Tucker's decision looms large as Cubs look toward future after making playoffs

The Chicago Cubs' focus now turns toward the offseason

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Mason Miller reaches 104.5 mph as San Diego's bullpen shuts down the Cubs in Game 2 victory

Mason Miller’s last two pitches to Seiya Suzuki in the seventh inning were clocked at 102.1 and 102.7 mph

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Suzuki and Assad power playoff-bound Cubs to a 2-0 win over the Cardinals

Seiya Suzuki homered in his fourth straight game, Javier Assad pitched shutout ball into the sixth inning and the playoff-bound Chicago Cubs beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 for a...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Matt Shaw and Michael Busch homer as Cubs rout Mets 10-3

Matt Shaw homered and had three hits, Michael Busch also went deep and the Chicago Cubs ended a season-high five-game losing streak with a 10-3 rout of the New York Mets

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Taking seat against southpaw Ballesteros is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds.

Impact Carlos Santana will step in at designated hitter in place of the left-handed-hitting Ballesteros, who will sit for the second time in the series while the Reds send another lefty (Andrew Abbott) to the bump. Since being called up from Triple-A Iowa on Sept. 9, Ballesteros has posted a .999 OPS over nine games. He should have a clear path to regular playing time against right-handed pitching while Kyle Tucker (calf) remains on the shelf.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Taking seat against southpaw Ballesteros is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds.

Impact Carlos Santana will step in at designated hitter in place of Ballesteros, who will sit for the second time in the series while the Reds send another lefty to the bump in Andrew Abbott. Since being called up from Triple-A Iowa on Sept. 9, Ballesteros has posted a .999 OPS over nine games. He should have a clear path to regular playing time against right-handed pitching while Kyle Tucker (calf) remains on the shelf.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hunter Greene Tosses Complete Game Shutout to Lift Reds Over Cubs

Hunter Greene allowed one hit as he delivered a complete-game shutout to help the Cincinnati Reds defeat the Chicago Cubs and gain ground in...

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Hunter Greene Tosses Complete Game Shutout to Lift Reds Over Cubs

Hunter Greene tosses first career complete game as wild-card chasing Reds blank Cubs 1-0

Hunter Greene pitched a one-hitter and Will Benson drove in the only run with a fourth-inning double as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds pitcher Hunter Greene takes a no-hitter into the 7th and shuts out the Cubs

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene held the Chicago Cubs hitless before Seiya Suzuki doubled with two outs in the seventh inning

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Goes deep again in win Ballesteros went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Pirates.

Impact Ballesteros has settled in as Chicago's primary designated hitter recently, having started the last six games, and he's responding well at the plate. The 21-year-old rookie has gone 8-for-21 across those six contests with a triple, two home runs, three RBI and five runs scored. With Kyle Tucker (calf) on the injured list, the Cubs have used more of Willi Castro and Seiya Suzuki in right field, which has opened the door at DH for Ballesteros. He should maintain elevated fantasy value this season for however long Tucker remains out, and the youngster's long-term outlook remains promising.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs Clinch 1st Playoff Berth Since 2020 With Win Against Pirates

The Chicago Cubs clinched a playoff spot for the first time since the 2020 season with an 8-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Cubs Clinch 1st Playoff Berth Since 2020 With Win Against Pirates

Drawing fourth straight start Ballesteros will serve as the Cubs' designated hitter and cleanup batter in Monday's game against the Pirates.

Impact Ballesteros will be awarded his fourth straight start after he went 5-for-10 with one home run, one triple, two walks, two RBI and three runs during the Cubs' series versus the Rays over the weekend. Though he's made the most of his opportunities since being called up from Triple-A Iowa last Tuesday, Ballesteros' playing time could be squeezed once Seiya Suzuki (illness) makes his return to the lineup.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clubs first big-league homer Ballesteros went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, an additional run and a walk in Saturday's loss to the Rays.

Impact Ballesteros achieved a big personal milestone in the second inning when he clubbed a solo homer for his first big-league long ball. This was just the second game for the rookie catcher since getting called up from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday. Ballesteros has gotten limited opportunities in the majors so far, but he's been productive when called upon, slashing .280/.357/.520 with eight RBI and three extra-base hits over 28 plate appearances.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nick Fortes homers in the 9th inning as the Tampa Bay Rays top the Chicago Cubs 5-4

Nick Fortes hit a tiebreaking homer in the ninth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays held off the Chicago Cubs for a 5-4 victory

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Anthony Rizzo retires with the Chicago Cubs, nearly catches home run in Wrigley bleachers

Anthony Rizzo celebrated his retirement in the famed bleachers in Wrigley Field

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Productive effort Friday Ballesteros went 2-for-4 with a triple, an RBI and a run scored in Friday's 6-4 victory over Tampa Bay.

Impact This was the first appearance for Ballesteros since he was recalled from Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday, so he's clearly filling more of a depth role for the Cubs at this point. In limited MLB playing time this year, the 21-year-old rookie has looked comfortable at the plate with a .273 batting average and .742 OPS across 22 at-bats. Ballesteros has limited fantasy appeal in 2025 alone, though his long-term outlook remains promising as one of Chicago's top offensive prospects.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ian Happ homers as the Chicago Cubs knock off the Tampa Bay Rays 6-4

Ian Happ homered and Moisés Ballesteros hit a tiebreaking triple, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the slumping Tampa Bay Rays 6-4

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Michael Soroka nears return to the Cubs after rehabbing his shoulder injury

Michael Soroka is on his way back to the Chicago Cubs after being sidelined by a shoulder strain

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

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