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Cubs Promote Top Prospect Moises Ballesteros After Ian Happ Injury

The 21-year-old catcher joins the major league roster following Happ's oblique strain, with a roster move expected to clear space.

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MESA, ARIZONA - MARCH 9: Moises Ballesteros #75 of the Chicago Cubs runs during a Spring Training game against the San Francisco Giants at Sloan Park on March 9, 2025 in Mesa, Arizona.
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Overview

  • Ian Happ has been placed on the 10-day injured list with an oblique strain, creating an opportunity for roster adjustments.
  • The Cubs have called up Moises Ballesteros, their fourth-ranked prospect, from Triple-A Iowa to bolster the lineup.
  • Ballesteros has excelled offensively this season, posting a .942 OPS, a .368 batting average, and a 19-game hitting streak in Triple-A.
  • Adding Ballesteros to the 40-man roster will require a move, likely designating Justin Turner or Vidal Brujan for assignment.
  • Defensive questions remain about Ballesteros's ability to handle catching duties at the major league level.