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Cubs finalize 1-year deal with Denorfia

The Cubs and veteran outfielder Chris Denorfia have agreed to terms on a one-year contract.

Denorfia, a career .272 right-handed hitter (530-for-1,950) has played for Cincinnati (2005-06), Oakland (2008-09), San Diego (2010-14) and Seattle (2014). In games at Wrigley Field, Denorfia has a .339 career batting average.

To make room for Denorfia on the 40-man roster, left-handed pitcher Mike Kickham was designated for assignment.

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