MESA, Ariz. -- The Cubs finalized an $800,000, one-year deal with reliever Ryan Tepera on Tuesday, a deal that allows him to earn up to $1.75 million, and opened a roster spot by designating right-hander Duane Underwood Jr. for assignment.
Tepera can earn $800,000 in performance bonuses for games pitched: $50,000 each for 30 and 35, $100,000 apiece for 40 and 45, $150,000 each for 50 and 55, and $200,000 for 60.
He also can earn $150,000 in roster bonuses for days on the active roster: $50,000 each for 90, 120 and 150.
The 33-year-old also played for Chicago last season, going 0-1 with a 3.