The Chicago Cubs have finalized an $800,000, one-year contract with reliever Ryan Tepera, a deal that allows him to earn up to $1.75 million. They also designated right-hander Duane Underwood Jr. for assignment.
The 33-year-old Tepera also played for Chicago last season, going 0-1 with a 3.92 ERA in 21 games. Tepera spent his first five years with Toronto. He is 12-12 with a 3.66 ERA and 10 saves in 237 career appearances.
The team also announced right-hander Robert Stock cleared waivers and was assigned to Triple-A Iowa.
