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New York Yankees News / EssentiallySports / August 21
'I Have Decided To Retire': Ex-Yankees Pro Announces Retirement From Baseball After More Than 8 Seasons
Eventually, all stories must end, and Jon Berti’s story has come to an end today. After 8 seasons in the MLB and 15+ years in professional baseball, the former Yankees player has hung up his cleats.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20
Jon Berti Retires
Veteran utilityman Jon Berti is calling it a career. The 36-year-old speedster made the announcement today on Instagram. Berti thanked his former teams, teammates, coaches, agents and fans in a heartfelt statement: After a lot of thought and consideration, I have decided to retire from professional baseball.
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / March 20
Yankees Could Explore Reunion With WBC Standout
The World Baseball Classic is a chance for international players to fight for roster spots around the world, and that was once again the case for this utility player.
The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz
MLB has been awarding the National League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1977 season. How many of the winners can you name in six minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19
10 MLB teams eyeing Team Italy star after World Baseball Classic run
The 2026 World Baseball Classic was a smashing success, with Team Venezuela being crowned the champions after defeating Team USA in the final game. However, the biggest story was the run by Team Italy.
25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31, 2025
Cubs to call up top prospect, option Owen Caissie
The Cubs will replace one outfield prospect with another on Monday, as ESPN’s Jesse Rogers reports that Kevin Alcantara will be called up from Triple-A Iowa and Owen Caissie is being sent back to Triple-A.
MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / August 14, 2025
Cubs Release Former Yankees Infielder
A former New York Yankees infielder is now looking for a new team as the season reaches its home stretch. According to MLB.com's transaction log, the Chicago Cubs released Jon Berti on Wednesday after designating him for assignment on Tuesday.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 14, 2025
Cubs Release Third Baseman One Day After Designating Him For Assignment
The Chicago Cubs released infielder Jon Berti on Wednesday, one day after designating him for assignment. The update was made to his MLB player page. Chicago DFA’ed Berti to help make room on the 40-man roster for pitcher Javier Assad, who was activated from the 60-day injured list.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13, 2025
Cubs to place catcher back on IL after just returning
Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya had to be carted off the field during tonight’s matchup with the Blue Jays. He hurt his left ankle running to first base in the eighth inning.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 12, 2025
Cubs designate veteran infielder for assignment
He has long been a scrappy and versatile utility player in the bigs, playing almost every position on the diamond while stealing bases and often producing offense around league average.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 16, 2025
Calls mount for Chicago Cubs roster change after 3B takes 3 strikeouts
The Chicago Cubs mostly took care of business on Friday in a 13-3 win over their crosstown rival. Cubs starting pitcher Cade Horton improved to 2-0 on the back of an offense that recorded 15 hits, much to the excitement of the home crowd of 40,171 at Wrigley Field.
25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season
The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 18, 2025
Chicago Cubs injury looms large in 4-1 opening day loss to Dodgers in Japan
The Chicago Cubs entered March unsure about the status of two starters for their opening day contest against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Japan on Tuesday.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / March 3, 2025
Ex-Yankees Veteran Predicted to Start for Chicago Cubs
With starting second baseman Nico Hoerner not traveling with the team to Japan for the Tokyo Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, an opening has emerged in the Chicago Cubs' starting lineup.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 28, 2025
Former Yankees Infielder Could Get Unexpected Cubs Opportunity
Injuries propelled veteran infielder Jon Berti to the New York Yankees’ Opening Day roster last spring. History appears to be repeating itself, this time in Tokyo instead of Houston.
MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / February 11, 2025
Yankees Infielder Left Off World Series Roster Calls Out Dodgers for Trash Talking
Former New York Yankees infielder Jon Berti took issue with how the Los Angeles Dodgers spoke about the Bronx Bombers after winning the World Series. Now with the Chicago Cubs on a one-year deal, Berti addressed what he saw as unnecessary trash talk during an interview with Foul Territory.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / February 10, 2025
Insider Reveals Surprising Chicago Cubs Plan for Veteran in 2025
Jon Berti has made a career out of being a versatile utility player, but his latest role with the Chicago Cubs may surprise him. Despite having almost no professional experience at first base, Berti could serve as the primary backup to Michael Busch in the position in 2025, according to Patrick Mooney of The Athletic.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 9, 2025
Jon Berti could see time as backup 1B for Cubs
Jon Berti doesn’t match the profile of your typical first baseman. Listed at 5-foot-10 and 190 pounds, Berti is best known for his speed. From 2018-23, his sprint speed consistently ranked in the 95th percentile or higher.
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / February 7, 2025
Former New York Yankees Third Baseman Talks Rival's Disrespectful Trash Talk
Upon the conclusion of the 2024 World Series, it was widely accepted thet the New York Yankees were no match for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Although the Dodgers came out victorious, it is true that the Yankees were trying to find a path to come back in the series after falling behind, 3-0, and winning Game 4 of the series.
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 23, 2025
Ex-New York Yankees Utility Man Jon Berti Signs MLB Deal With Cubs
After an injury-riddled stint with the New York Yankees last season, utility man Jon Berti is now in agreement on a contract with the Chicago Cubs. The
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 22, 2025
Chicago Cubs sign 35 year old Jon Berti to MLB deal
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, with a corner outfield spot being the most likely at this point in his career if needed.
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25, 2024
Yankees leave versatile infielder off World Series roster
The Yankees have decided against carrying extra infield depth for the World Series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 12, 2024
Yankees' intensity could be reason for postseason success
The New York Yankees have an edge to them this year.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 10, 2024
Watch: Benches empty between Yankees-Royals during Game 4
Emotions are always going to be running a little high in an elimination game, and we saw that unfold in Game 4 of the ALDS between the New Yankees and Kansas City Royals on Thursday night,
New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / October 10, 2024
Jon Berti Takes Back Over as New York Yankees' Starting First Baseman For ALDS Game 4
With a trip to the ALCS on the line, the New York Yankees are once again turning to an inexperienced option at first base. Veteran utility man Jon Berti will serve as the Yankees' starting first baseman for Game 4 of the ALDS against the Kansas City Royals on Thursday night.
New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / October 7, 2024
Yankees' Jon Berti to make debut at 1B in Game 2 of ALDS
Jon Berti was in the New York Yankees' starting lineup for Game 2 of the American League Division Series against the visiting Kansas City Royals on Monday and set to play first base for the first time in his professional career.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / October 6, 2024
Yankees' Anthony Rizzo making an impact despite not playing in ALDS
The New York Yankees are missing a key veteran in Anthony Rizzo as they begin their march to a 28th championship. The 35-year-old first baseman is still contributing to his team’s success by mentoring his replacements.
New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / May 25, 2024
Yankees place IF Jon Berti (calf) on 10-day injured list
The New York Yankees placed infielder Jon Berti on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a left calf strain after the team feared the injury could be much worse.
New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / May 4, 2024
Yankees return veteran infielder after injury to fill third base
The Yankees are bolstering their lineup over the weekend with the return of veteran infielder Jon Berti, who was acquired from the Miami Marlins at the start of the 2024 season.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14, 2024
Yankees lose recent trade acquisition to injury
The New York Yankees are once more thin in the infield.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 27, 2024
Yankees trade for veteran infielder amid injury issues
The New York Yankees’ injury issues have prompted them to make a trade for a veteran infielder who could start for them on Opening Day.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 2, 2023
MLB best bets: Wiesguy's 2 Picks and a Prop for 6/2
We had a winning day on Tuesday, only Zach Greinke turning back the clock stopped us from a 3-0 day. I know that feels like a long time ago, back when it looked like the Heat might actually have a chance in the NBA Finals.
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