Sen. Lindsey Graham said "a turning point regarding Russia invasion of Ukraine is coming" amid a bipartisan effort in Congress to impose new economic sanctions on the Kremlin. … [Read more...] about Lindsey Graham says sanctions bill would give Trump a “sledgehammer” against Russia
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Burrows learning the hard way: MLB life has peaks and valleys
Cruz pulled with sore hip as precautionary measure … [Read more...] about Burrows learning the hard way: MLB life has peaks and valleys
Which Other Draft Picks Are Eligible To Be Traded Before Sunday?
The Rays made an “early” strike in deadline season yesterday, shipping off their Competitive Balance Round A selection (No. 37 overall) in Sunday’s draft to acquire righty Bryan Baker from the division-rival Orioles. Baker, 30, has had his two worst outings of the season in his final Orioles appearance and last night’s Rays debut — which came just hours after he was “shocked” … [Read more...] about Which Other Draft Picks Are Eligible To Be Traded Before Sunday?
10 biggest draft busts in Pittsburgh Pirates franchise history
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made a lot of MLB Draft picks in their long history, and a disturbing amount of them fall into the "bust" category. … [Read more...] about 10 biggest draft busts in Pittsburgh Pirates franchise history
SB Nation Reacts results: Which Pirates Minor Leaguer are you most looking forward to in Pittsbugh?
Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images There’s some talen in the Minors. Who do you most want to see? Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Pittsburgh Pirates fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. This week’s Reacts question deals with … [Read more...] about SB Nation Reacts results: Which Pirates Minor Leaguer are you most looking forward to in Pittsbugh?