Although spring training is near, the Pittsburgh Pirates remain unsettled at several positions, including shortstop. Who’s at shortstop may depend on how the second base competition shakes out. One thing is certain. The shortstop won’t be Oneil Cruz, who’s moving permanently to center field. He likes it there. The Pirates brain trust likes him away from shortstop, where he hurt … [Read more...] about Pirates Enter Spring Training with No Clear Answer at Shortstop
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Rockies Outfielder Poised for a Stellar 2025 Season
The Colorado Rockies drafted outfielder Sam Hilliard in the 15th round of the 2015 MLB Draft from Wichita State University. At 6’4″ and 236 lbs, Hilliard’s plus speed and ability to hit for power intrigued the Rockies. In his career, Hilliard has hit .219/.296/.438 and struggled to find his footing in the league due to major strikeout issues. While still striking out at a 35.4% … [Read more...] about Rockies Outfielder Poised for a Stellar 2025 Season
Mariners Sign Veteran Donovan Solano to One-Year Deal
The Seattle Mariners inked their first notable winter move, signing free agent Donovan Solano. Solano signed a one-year, $3.5 million deal with Seattle on Monday. The move proves the Mariners have some sense of life and a minimal desire to improve. Seattle’s winter so far has been littered with inexpensive depth-piece moves. It’s the opposite of what you would expect from a … [Read more...] about Mariners Sign Veteran Donovan Solano to One-Year Deal
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After last minute snags, Israel says deal to release hostages, pause war in Gaza has been reached
TEL AVIV, Israel — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday a deal to return hostages held in the Gaza Strip has been reached, after his office had said earlier there were last minute snags in finalizing a ceasefire that would pause 15 months of war. Netanyahu said he would convene his security Cabinet later Friday and then the government to approve the long-awaited … [Read more...] about After last minute snags, Israel says deal to release hostages, pause war in Gaza has been reached