Watch: Anthony Rizzo Nearly Catches Moises Ballesteros’s First MLB Home Run While Sitting in Bleachers

Anthony Rizzo had Moises Ballesteros‘ first MLB home run hit directly off his hand while sitting in the bleachers. Afterward, the camera panned to Rizzo shaking his hand, showing it had taken a direct hit. What a classic moment.

Cubs lead 1-0 in the 3rd.

MOISÉS BALLESTEROS HITS HIS FIRST CAREER HR…RIGHT TO ANTHONY RIZZO! pic.twitter.com/kEWrbwlcLJ

— Marquee Sports Network (@WatchMarquee) September 13, 2025

Anthony Rizzo was THIS close to catching Moisés Ballesteros' first career home run! 😳 pic.twitter.com/6WOdRNOYoN

— MLB (@MLB) September 13, 2025