Watch the full interview below:

Video summary/cliff-notes:

(00:00) John Berti, a 35-year-old veteran with seven years in the MLB, joins the Chicago Cubs as a free agent.

(00:10) Berti describes his first experience with free agency, navigating interest from multiple teams before deciding on the Cubs.

(00:31) He expresses excitement about joining the Cubs, calling Wrigley Field his favorite ballpark to play in.

(00:45) Highlights the welcoming atmosphere at Wrigley, mentioning positive experiences with fans and security.

(00:50) Shares a personal milestone—hitting his first big-league home run at Wrigley Field, making it a special place for him.

(00:59) As a Michigan native, he didn’t visit Wrigley Field as a kid but played there later in his career.

(01:10) Mentions having friends in Chicago who work at a baseball academy, allowing him to visit and train in the city during the offseason.

(01:20) Says he enjoyed spending time in Chicago and is looking forward to calling it home.