Christian Bethancourt

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.

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

Fantasy Impact

Bethancourt will start behind the plate and bat ninth against the Pirates. He is hitting .202, with four home runs, and 15 RBI this season.

Christian Bethancourt went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI in the Cubs' 8-2 loss to the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

His solo blast provided a rare highlight for the Cubs in a game where they struggled to generate much offense. Despite the home run, Bethancourt's season has been underwhelming, with a batting average lingering around the Mendoza Line at .196 and modest power numbers, including just four homers over 47 games. His lackluster .264 wOBA and high strikeout rate of 25.5% continue to limit his fantasy appeal, making him a less desirable option in most formats. Fantasy managers should consider other alternatives unless desperate for a catcher in deeper leagues.