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Sunday Chat with BGSU hall of famer, Miami Marlins' utility player Jon Berti

Sunday Chat is a weekly feature appearing in The Blade’s print and digital platforms each Sunday.

Jon Berti’s professional baseball career has been filled with a lot of speed and versatility.

But the former Bowling Green State University standout has shown how much patience and perseverance plays a role in reaching the majors, as well.

Berti, who was selected in the 18th round (559th pick overall) of the 2011 MLB draft by Toronto, spent eight seasons in the minors before being called up to the big leagues by the Blue Jays as a 28-year-old on Sept.