Schierholtz, Cubs finalize one-year deal

Just one day after signing right-hander Edwin Jackson, the Chicago Cubs have added yet another piece to their puzzle. It has been reported by MLB.com that the Cubs and outfielder Nate Schierholtz have made on a one-year deal official. The 28-year-old outfielder will be paid $2.25MM with a possible $250,000 performance-based bonus.

Schierholtz, 28, posted a .257/.321/.407 batting line last season while playing with both the Giants and the Phillies. Schierholtz only hit 6 home runs in 269 plate appearances in 2012, but played stellar defense; only making one error in 533.1 innings.

As it stands right now, Schierholtz will be joining an outfield that consists of David DeJesus and Alfonso Soriano.

You can expect to see Schierholtz in the Cubs’ Opening Day lineup, most likely in the 2-hole according to Rotochamp.com

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