Ivan Herrera

Who is Iván Herrera?

Iván Herrera is a Panama City-born Major League Baseball player in the St. Louis Cardinals organization. MLB lists him as active as of October 13, 2026; he has been used as a catcher and designated hitter.

What position does Iván Herrera play?

Herrera is a right-handed-hitting catcher, though the Cardinals have also used him at designated hitter. In 2026, MLB.com reported that he was working in an expanded catching role while also serving as the club’s regular designated hitter when not behind the plate.

How tall is Iván Herrera?

MLB lists Herrera at 5 feet 11 inches and 220 pounds. He bats and throws right-handed.

When and where was Iván Herrera born?

Ivan Aaron Herrera was born June 1, 2000, in Panama City, Panama.

Was Iván Herrera drafted or signed as an international player?

Herrera was not selected in the MLB Draft. The Cardinals signed him as an international free agent from Panama on July 7, 2016.

What is Iván Herrera’s playing style?

Herrera’s offensive profile is built around contact ability, a patient approach and disciplined swing decisions. As a catcher, he has emphasized concentration, game management and continued defensive improvement; MLB.com reported in May 2026 that he was focusing on his work behind the plate after offseason elbow surgery.

When did Iván Herrera make his MLB debut?

Herrera made his Major League debut with St. Louis on May 24, 2022.