The Chicago Cubs have as bright of a future as any team in baseball because of the incredible farm system they have put together. Even with the inclusion of sta
The Chicago Cubs have reached an agreement with utilityman Jon Berti on a one-year, $2 million contract, a league source confirmed to The Athletic on Thursday, adding to their bench before the start of spring training.
The Chicago Cubs could certainly use another high-leverage reliever in their bullpen. The ideal signing may just be a target of one of their division rivals.
At this point, there is a chance that Berti could start the 2025 season as the Cubs' everyday third baseman. Chicago ended last season with Isaac Paredes manning the hot corner, but the team dealt him away to the Houston Astros earlier this offseason in the trade that brought in Kyle Tucker.
There is a lack of competition for starting roles around the diamond for the Cubs, but building up the depth behind the main cast has remained a priority for the front office as Spring Training looms.
The Chicago Cubs have made a MLB signing to bolster their roster. Joining the team is 35 year old Jon Berti. He has a lot of experience at third base, second base, and shortstop, but also has played first base and all three of the outfield spots in the past,
It may be a little early to discuss lineup structures, but Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell has already (loosely) addressed the topic. Speaking at the Cubs C
As the MLB offseason continues, rumors about potential targets for the Cubs after missing out on Tanner Scott and Kirby Yates continue.
The Chicago Cubs have a deep and talented farm system and it has the accolades to prove it. Jon Hoefling of USA Today recently ranked the Cubs farm system no.
The Chicago Cubs have one of the better middle infields in Major League Baseball, with Dansby Swanson and Nico Hoerner being Gold Glovers at their respective positions.
The Cubs are in agreement with infielder Jon Berti, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. It’s a one-year, $2MM guarantee that includes another $1.3MM in performance bonuses, reports Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. Chicago has a full 40-man roster and will need to make another move once this deal is finalized. Berti is a client of Ball Players Agency.
The Yankees acquired Berti from the Miami Marlins in a three-team trade on the eve of Opening Day last March. Berti then batted .273 with a home run, six RBI and a .342 on-base percentage in 74 plate appearances and stole five bases.