Jon Berti announces retirement after 8 MLB seasons with Yankees, Cubs

Utility infielder Jon Berti has announced his retirement from professional baseball on August 20, 2026. After eight seasons in MLB, including time with the New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs, Berti's decision follows a challenging final season where he struggled with a.210 batting average in 51 games for the Cubs. He previously played 25 games for the Yankees in 2024 and was included on the postseason roster but had to withdraw due to injury. Berti expressed gratitude for his career on Instagram, highlighting his experiences in the sport. His retirement marks the end of a tenure that included leading MLB in stolen bases in 2022.

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