MLB 2025 | Luis Robert steals another base; Iglesias hits a crucial double; Cano records ninth hold; Víctor Mesa Jr. makes his MLB debut; Morejón earns a win; Lourdes Gurriel Jr. with multi-hit game
- BaseballdeCuba
- May 27, 2025
- 4 min read
Cuban Players News for the 2025 Major League Baseball season. A compilation of several sources.
Luis Robert Jr. continues to be assertive on the basepaths.
On Monday against the Mets, Luis Robert Jr. had one hit in four at-bats and stole a base.
Luis Robert has successfully reached base in four straight games and has stolen a base in each of them. He has accumulated 21 stolen bases this season, having been caught only five times. Although Robert is batting just .218 in May, he has recorded 11 RBIs and eight runs scored over 22 games.
José Iglesias hit a two-run double, aiding the Padres in securing an extra-innings victory against the Marlins on Monday.
In the fourth inning, José Iglesias hit a double that drove in two runs, bringing the Padres closer to the lead with a score of 3-2. The 35-year-old also earned a walk, but despite reaching base three times in the game, his stats remain at a disappointing .255/.307/.302 over 106 at-bats in 35 games with San Diego.
Yennier Cano secures his ninth hold of the year.
Amid recent changes in the Orioles roster, Yennier Cano is striving to maintain his position as a setup man. On Monday, he delivered his second consecutive scoreless inning in a 5-2 victory over the Cardinals. Cano pitched a flawless 8th inning, recording one strikeout and reducing his ERA to 4.50 for the season. Although he began the season perfectly, Cano has faced challenges in May, with a substantial 9.72 ERA this month, allowing nine runs in 8 1/3 innings.
Miguel Vargas and Edgar Quero delivered similar performance on Monday.
Miguel Vargas and Edgar Quero delivered similar performances during Monday's 2-1 loss by the White Sox to the Mets. Both players went 1-for-4, each hitting a double. Quero also struck out once. For Vargas, it was his 13th double of the year and his 20th extra-base hit in 2025, while for Quero, it marked his 6th double.
Andy Pagés added an RBI on Monday.
During the Dodgers' 7-2 win over the Guardians on Monday, Andy Pagés went 1-for-3, achieving his 30th RBI of the season, and also drew a walk. In a crowded Dodgers outfield, he is solidifying his position in center field (31 games), supported by his slash line of .323/.341/.548, with 7 home runs, 25 RBIs, and 6 stolen bases over his last 30 games.
Víctor Mesa Jr made his MLB debut with the Marlins.
Víctor Mesa Jr. was activated for Monday’s game against the Padres, but he was not included in the starting lineup. During the Marlins' 4-3 loss to the Padres, Mesa made his MLB debut, entering the game on defense in the seventh inning and playing center field. In his only at-bat, he struck out against reliever Jason Adam to begin the 10th inning. The 23-year-old prospect had missed time earlier in the year due to a hamstring injury but was batting .300 with one home run in six games since returning to action at the Triple-A level. Like his father, Mesa is certainly talented enough to make an impact with the Marlins, provided he gets a real chance to play every day and capitalize on his opportunities.
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. has achieved another multi-hit game.
In the D-backs' 5-0 victory over the Pirates on Monday, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. achieved a 2-for-4 performance. This marked Gurriel's 15th multi-hit game of the season and his tenth in May. Over his last 15 games, he is slashing .300/.358/.483 with two home runs and 10 RBIs.
Adrián Morejón secured a victory.
In a 4-3 victory for the Padres over the Marlins in extra innings, Adrián Morejón secured his second win of the year. Morejón pitched a scoreless eleventh inning, striking out one batter. His record for 2025 stands at 2-2 with a 3.09 ERA. While Morejón is anticipated to continue his role in relief for San Diego, he is also being considered for a position in the starting rotation. Last season, coming out of the bullpen, he recorded a 2.83 ERA with 71 strikeouts.
Yoán Moncada and Jorge Soler went hitless on Monday.
In a 5-1 loss to the Yankees, Yoán Moncada and Jorge Soler collectively went 0-for-8. Soler also struck out once in his four at-bats. In 2025, Moncada has a batting line of .221/.333/.442 with 4 home runs and 17 RBIs, while Soler is hitting .217/.288/.386 with 7 home runs and 21 RBIs.
Yandy Díaz did not play on Monday.
According to Brian Murphy of MLB.com, Yandy Díaz was not included in the Rays' starting lineup for Monday's game against the Twins. After making nine straight starts as DH for Tampa Bay, Yandy took the night off.
Adolis García recorded a hit on Monday.
Adolis García's challenging 2025 season persists, as he remained in the 8th position in the Rangers lineup on Monday, going 1-for-3 with two strikeouts. The Rangers ultimately lost 2-1 to the Blue Jays. While Adolis continues to be a reliable outfielder for the Rangers, his batting consistency is lacking this year. Over his last seven games, he is slashing .167/.200/.333 with one home run and 3 RBIs, bringing his season totals to 7 home runs and 27 RBIs.
Yohandy Morales has been promoted to Triple-A.
On Friday, the Nationals advanced Yohandy Morales, son of Cuban Andy Morales, from Double-A Harrisburg to Triple-A Rochester. Morales was the first pick of the second round in the 2023 First-Year Player Draft, but his 2024 season was disrupted by a thumb injury. The 23-year-old began the current season in good health and made a strong start with Harrisburg, recording a .315/.366/.520 slash line with four home runs and a 23.2 percent strikeout rate over 33 games, which led to his promotion. In his first three games with Rochester, he has gone 2-for-9, drawing three walks and striking out twice. This season, Morales has played both third base and first base, but he is expected to primarily play first base or serve as a designated hitter in the majors.
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