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MLB News / Bluejaysnation / January 22
Blue Jays sign Christian Bethancourt, Richard Lovelady to MiLB deals with invites to spring training
With spring training around the corner, the Toronto Blue Jays have added to their minor-league depth, agreeing to contracts with catcher Christian Bethancourt and left-hander Richard Lovelady on Wednesday.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / August 29, 2024
Chicago Cubs' Offense, Christian Bethancourt Explode in Historic Sweep Over Pirates
The Chicago Cubs did more than just stage a miraculous comeback against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday. They completed a sweep, hung around in the Wild Card race and made history in the process.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 29, 2024
Watch: Chicago Cubs Catcher Drives in Seven Including Dramatic Winning Hit
All hope looked lost for the Chicago Cubs yesterday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Entering the seventh inning, the Cubs trailed the Pirates 10-3. Chicago had been dominated all game long and usually this year that would have resulted in the team slipping away quietly to another loss.
Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / August 29, 2024
Recently Called Up Catcher May Be the Answer the Cubs Needed
The Chicago Cubs have been in search of a consistent presence behind the plate for a while now, and their recent call-up, Christian Bethancourt, might just be the answer they’ve been looking for.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 29, 2024
MLB roundup: Cubs rally behind Christian Bethancourt's 7 RBIs
Christian Bethancourt capped a career day with a go-ahead two-run single in the top of the ninth, lifting the Chicago Cubs to an improbable 14-10 win over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29, 2024
Blown game to Cubs signals end to Pirates' 2024 hopes
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost in devastating fashion on Wednesday. And while that's a sentence that might not be surprising for some, at least based on the recent history of the franchise, this particular loss symbolizes the true end of the 2024 season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 28, 2024
Recently released catcher joins rare MLB group in Cubs' remarkable comeback win
Roughly two months after being released, veteran catcher Christian Bethancourt joined a rare group, playing a massive role in a 14-10 come-from-behind victory by the Chicago Cubs over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 3, 2024
Veteran Castoff Having Shocking Resurgence With Chicago Cubs
When the Chicago Cubs picked up Christian Bethancourt in early July, it hardly seemed like the type of move that would make a difference. The Cubs were toast, and so was Bethancourt.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / August 2, 2024
Christian Bethancourt's home run carries Cubs past Cardinals
Christian Bethancourt hit a three-run homer to power the Chicago Cubs to a 6-3 victory over the visiting St. Louis Cardinals on Friday afternoon. Michael Busch also hit a home run for the Cubs, who won their third straight game, including the first two of this four-game series.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 26, 2024
Cubs Select Christian Bethancourt
The Cubs announced today that they have selected the contract of catcher Christian Bethancourt. He’ll take the roster spot of fellow backstop Tomás Nido, who has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right knee sprain, retroactive to July 25.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 26, 2024
Chicago Cubs Place Veteran Catcher on IL, Promote Journeyman
The Chicago Cubs have placed catcher Tomas Nido on the 10-day injured list with a knee injury, and have called up catcher Christian Bethancourt from Triple-A Iowa.
San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 7, 2024
Former Padres Catcher Signs With Struggling NL Team
Former San Diego Padres catcher Christian Bethancourt and the Chicago Cubs agreed to a minor league deal on Friday, per the Major League Baseball transaction log.
MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / July 6, 2024
Cubs Sign Christian Bethancourt to Minor League Deal
After signing Tomas Nido, the Chicago Cubs are not done adding to their catching depth. This time, the team is signing veteran Christian Bethancourt to a minor-league deal. The 32-year-old spent time with the Miami Marlins before being DFA'd in June.
MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 24, 2024
Former Padres Catcher DFA'd By NL's Worst Team
The Miami Marlins designated former San Diego Padres catcher Christian Bethancourt for assignment on Friday. The Marlins acquired Bethancourt in a trade with Cleveland for cash on Dec.
Miami Marlins News / Last Word On Sports / June 21, 2024
Marlins DFA Veteran Catcher Due to Low Offensive Output
The Miami Marlins have designated catcher Christian Bethancourt for assignment after acquiring him this past offseason. In his place, they have called up catcher Ali Sanchez from Triple-A Jacksonville.
Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 20, 2024
Marlins to designate Christian Bethancourt for assignment
Bethancourt appeared in 38 games for the Fish and hit .159/.198/.268 over 88 plate appearances. He struck out 22 times while drawing three walks and collecting 13 hits.
Miami Marlins News / Field Level Media / June 1, 2024
Marlins place C Christian Bethancourt on bereavement list
The Miami Marlins placed Christian Bethancourt on the bereavement list Saturday while fellow catcher Jhonny Pereda was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 11, 2023
Miami Marlins Acquire New Catcher in Deal with Cleveland Guardians
After being claimed off waivers by the Cleveland Guardians earlier in the offseason, catcher Christian Bethancourt is on the move again - this time to Miami.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10, 2023
Marlins acquire catcher from Guardians
The trade adds context to the Guardians’ reported $4M deal with Austin Hedges from earlier today.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 9, 2022
Rays acquire Christian Bethancourt in trade with A's
The Oakland Athletics traded utilityman Christian Bethancourt to the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday in exchange for a pair of prospects.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / March 29, 2017
Can the Padres' Christian Bethancourt really succeed at pitcher and catcher?
In Little League, it's extremely common for the best player on the team to be the ace of the pitching staff while also excelling in the field when he's not on the mound.
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