Christian Bethancourt

The Blue Jays have reassigned Christian Bethancourt to minor-league camp.

Fantasy Impact

Bethancourt posted a .200 batting average in nine games with the Jays this spring. He will remain a depth option for the Jays in Triple-A.

The Blue Jays and Christian Bethancourt have agreed to a minor-league contract.

Fantasy Impact

Bethancourt's deal includes an invite to spring training that will allow him to compete for the backup role to open the 2025 season. The 33-year-old veteran had a .209 average, with five home runs, and 22 RBI last season.

Christian Bethancourt is in the starting lineup for the Cubs Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Bethancourt will start behind the plate and bat ninth against the Nationals. He is hitting .203, with five home runs, and 22 RBI this season.

Christian Bethancourt is in the starting lineup for the Cubs Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Bethancourt will start behind the plate and bat ninth against the Nationals. He is hitting .220, with five home runs, and 22 RBI this season.

Christian Bethancourt had a standout performance in the Cubs' 14-10 win over the Pirates, going 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, three runs scored, seven RBI, and a stolen base.

Fantasy Impact

This explosive output is a significant highlight in what has been a challenging season for Bethancourt, who has struggled to maintain a consistent batting average, currently sitting at .220 over 49 games. Despite his overall struggles at the plate, this game demonstrates his potential impact in power categories, particularly in RBI and runs scored. Fantasy managers should note this performance as a sign of what Bethancourt can offer, though his sporadic production may limit his viability to deeper leagues or as a streaming option when facing favorable matchups.