 He gave up the game winning grand slam home run to Shane Victorino of the Red Sox in Game 6 of 2013 American League Championship Series.At the conclusion of the season, the Tigers declined the club option for 2014.On December 27, 2013, Veras agreed to a one-year contract with the Chicago Cubs for the 2014 season worth $3.85 million with a club option for 2015.