Rockies signed RHP Justin Berg to a minor league contract. Berg had a 6.68 ERA in 31 innings of relief this past season in the Cubs' system. It would be a surprise to see him get a chance next year in the Rockies' bullpen.

Cubs sent RHP Justin Berg outright to Triple-A Iowa. Berg was designated for assignment by the Cubs last week. The 27-year-old right-hander underwent Tommy John surgery last month and will miss the entire 2012 season.

Cubs designated RHP Justin Berg for assignment. Berg underwent Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery earlier this month and will miss all of 2012. The 27-year-old pitched only 12 big league innings this season.

Justin Berg will undergo Tommy John surgery Friday. Berg, 27, appeared in eight games with the Cubs earlier this season, posting a 3.75 ERA and 6/6 K/BB ratio over 12 innings. He will likely be sidelined until late-2012 or 2013.