Cubs Catcher Kelly Dominates Early Season; Eyes All-Star Spot

CHICAGO, IL — The Chicago Cubs are making headlines in Major League Baseball with their strong start to the 2025 season, sitting at 19-13 and leading the National League Central. As they head into a weekend series, the Cubs’ explosive offense is stealing the show.

As a team, the Cubs rank first in runs scored, third in home runs, third in walks drawn, and second in OPS. Key contributors include Kyle Tucker, Seiya Suzuki, and Ian Happ. Their ongoing offensive production has overwhelmed opponents, making the Cubs a formidable contender.

Catcher Kelly, who signed a two-year deal with the Cubs this offseason, has emerged as a surprising star. Initially brought in to back up Miguel Amaya while the team awaited the arrival of Moises Ballesteros, Kelly has established himself as an essential part of the lineup. He is off to one of the best starts of his career, slashing .360/.507/.840 with seven home runs, 21 RBIs, and 13 runs scored in just 17 games.

His performance has drawn praise from MLB Insider Jim Bowden, who named Kelly the National League All-Star catcher for April. Among NL catchers with at least 65 plate appearances, Kelly leads in home runs, RBIs, and other advanced metrics, establishing himself as the top offensive catcher in the league.

The Chicago Cubs have plenty to be excited about as the season progresses. However, it will be crucial for Kelly to maintain his impressive performance. Slumps are a part of baseball, but if he can avoid a prolonged downturn, he is on track to make his first career All-Star game.

As the Cubs continue their strong play, fans will be watching closely to see if Kelly can keep up this pace and help lead the team to further success this season.