Wed Jan 29 13:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Cubs Make Pressly Trade Official, Bolster Bench with Berti Signing
**Chicago, IL** – The Chicago Cubs officially announced the acquisition of veteran relief pitcher Ryan Pressly from the Houston Astros in exchange for pitching prospect Juan Bello. The deal, finalized over the weekend, also includes $5.5 million in salary relief for the Cubs, bringing Pressly’s one-year contract down to $8.5 million. The Cubs also officially signed utility player Jon Berti, who is expected to be a key addition to their bench. To make room on the 40-man roster, infielder Luis Vazquez was designated for assignment.
Elsewhere in baseball news, the Cincinnati Reds signed outfielder Austin Hays to a one-year, $5 million deal. Major League Baseball also reported record-breaking revenue, exceeding $12 billion for the first time.
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