MLB 2025 | Cortés excelled in debut; Morejón earned his ninth win; Adolis hitless vs the Yankees; Luis Robert's hitting streak continued; Iglesias delivered the crucial RBI; Pagés had one hit night
- BaseballdeCuba
- Aug 7
- 4 min read
Cuban Players News for the 2025 Major League Baseball season. A compilation of several sources.
Solid performance by Néstor Cortés.
Néstor Cortés gave up two runs on three hits and three walks, striking out three batters over 4.2 innings in a no-decision against Arizona on Wednesday. This was Cortés' first start for the Padres and his first major league appearance since April 3, when he was with the Brewers. He had difficulty with his control, as only 45 of his 76 pitches were strikes. He allowed a leadoff home run to Corbin Carroll and a sacrifice fly in the following inning. However, Cortés improved as the game progressed, which is promising. Cortés is scheduled to make his second start with the team next week in San Francisco.
Adrián Morejón achieves nine wins.
Adrián Morejón continued his impressive 2025 season by securing his ninth win of the year in the Padres' 3-2 triumph over the D-backs. His nine victories are the highest among Cuban pitchers this year, including both starters and relievers, solidifying an outstanding season for the Cuban. Morejón delivered two scoreless innings, allowing just one hit, which brought his ERA down to 2.05. He holds a 9-4 record across 55 games, with 52 2/3 innings pitched and a strikeout-to-walk ratio of 51:10.
Adolis García hitless against the Yankees.
On Tuesday, Adolis García went without a hit in a 0-for-5 showing against the Yankees. It was another disappointing game for the powerful outfielder in a 3-2 loss to the Yankees. He had multiple opportunities to put his team ahead but failed to do so, leaving five runners in scoring position. He also struck out twice. It's no surprise that his percentile ranking for Batting Run Value is low, placing him in the bottom 6 among all MLB hitters this year.
Luis Robert Jr. continues his hitting streak to eight games and achieves his 30th steal of the year.
Luis Robert Jr. extended his hitting streak to eight games after going 1-for-4 in the White Sox's 8-6 loss to the Mariners on Wednesday. He achieved this streak by hitting a single during his first at-bat in the second inning against RHP George Kirby. Following the hit, he stole his 30th base of the year, marking the 99th steal of his MLB career. Additionally, he scored a run, received a walk, and did strike out. Despite a challenging first half of the season, Luis Robert is now among the top hitters in the Majors, boasting a slash line of .373/.441/.549 with 3 home runs, 11 RBIs, and 8 steals since the All-Star break.
José Iglesias delivered a decisive RBI in the ninth inning.
José Iglesias went 1-for-3 during the Padres' 3-2 victory over the D-backs on Wednesday. His sole hit occurred in the ninth inning, effectively bringing in Xander Bogaerts to secure the win. Iglesias also earned a walk in the game. Despite a challenging season, the Cuban veteran is now experiencing more consistent play, having started 11 games since the All-Star break. He has a disappointing .234/.304/.273 slash line in 2025, with no home runs and 25 RBIs in his limited role on the roster.
Andy Pagés with a one-hit performance.
Andy Pagés went 1-for-4 in the Dodgers' 5-3 defeat against the Cardinals on Wednesday. Pagés also recorded his 10th stolen base of the year, scored a run, and struck out once. The Cuban is having a strong season and currently ranks second among all Cuban players in hits (115) this year. Although Pagés still leads Cuban players this season with 66 RBIs and has 19 home runs, his power has diminished, as he hasn't hit a home run since July 22, and during that 13-game span, he has only managed three doubles.
Yanquiel Fernández was without a hit in the loss.
The Blue Jays utterly dominated the Rockies' pitching on Wednesday, racking up 24 hits and scoring 20 runs in a 20-1 victory. Yanquiel Fernández, acting as the Rockies' designated hitter, went hitless with an 0-for-4 showing, including one strikeout. The Cuban player is now 0-for-7 over his last three games, with his offensive stats falling to .213/.226/.295 in his rookie year.
Daysbel Hernández and Raisel Iglesias teamed up for scoreless performances on Wednesday.
Daysbel Hernández and Raisel Iglesias took the mound in the Braves' narrow 5-4 defeat against the Brewers. Both delivered scoreless performances, with Daysbel pitching one inning and allowing a walk, while Iglesias finished the ninth inning, giving up one hit and recording one strikeout. Daysbel reduced his ERA to 2.18 this season, while Iglesias achieved his fifth straight scoreless outing, further improving his ERA, which remains a challenging 4.53.
Yordan Álvarez participated in on-field batting practice.
Astros outfielder/designated hitter Yordan Álvarez participated in on-field batting practice on Tuesday and is gradually increasing his workload as he aims for a potential return. Yordan has been out since May 2, recovering from a fractured bone in his right hand. After experiencing a setback in July, the Astros are proceeding cautiously to prevent the injury from recurring. Before the injury, he hit .210 with three homers and a .276 wOBA in 29 games, but he has consistently hit 30+ homers in each of the past four seasons with a .402 wOBA over those years. Although there isn't a definite timeline for his return, his presence will significantly enhance Houston's lineup when he's ready.
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