Moises Ballesteros’ blasts are just the start, says Craig Counsell, who put him on Cubs' roster

MESA, Ariz. — Cubs manager Craig Counsell marveled at the power. There will be more where that came from, he said.

The topic was left-handed-hitting catcher Moises Ballesteros’ 441- and 423-foot homers against the Angels in a Cactus League game Tuesday at Sloan Park.

“Moises has shown more of the same of what he did last year in the short stint with us,” Counsell said. “He’s a gifted hitter, a natural hitter. I suggested to hitting coaches they stay away from him.”

That was said tongue-in-cheek...