Report: Cubs add reliever Chris Martin on 1-year deal

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(670 The Score) Righty reliever Chris Martin and the Cubs have agreed on a one-year contract, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported Tuesday.

Martin’s deal guarantees him $2.5 million and includes up to $750,000 in bonuses, Morosi reported.

Martin, 35, had a 3.95 ERA and 1.27 WHIP in 46 appearances for the World Series champion Braves in 2021. He performed at a high level in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, posting a 1.00 ERA in 19 outings.

Martin has a career 4.06 ERA in six MLB seasons.

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