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The Pirates have signed All-Star first baseman Ryan O'Hearn to a 2-year deal, AP source says

The Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a two-year deal with All-Star Ryan O'Hearn to boost their struggling offense.

White Sox expect Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to make quick impact and put up big numbers

Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz calls Munetaka Murakami “one of the most prolific power hitters on the planet” and expects the 25-year-old Japanese slugger to make an immediate impact on his rebuilding team next season.

Fan denies using racial slur in heated exchange with Steelers' DK Metcalf

A Detroit Lions fan who Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf punched at during a game between the teams has denied allegations he used a racial slur in a statement released by his lawyers Monday.

It's been 50 years since a lawyer's decision unlocked free agency in MLB and changed sports forever

Sports were turned upside down 50 years ago Tuesday by a man who never threw or kicked a ball.

White Sox add Munetaka Murakami with $34 million, 2-year contract

The Chicago White Sox have added Munetaka Murakami to their lineup, agreeing to a $34 million, two-year contract with the Japanese slugger.

Los Angeles Dodgers to pay record $169 million luxury tax after winning 2nd straight World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers will pay a record $169.4 million luxury tax after winning their second straight World Series title, raising their two-year total to $272.4 million.

Kansas City Chiefs close to leaving Arrowhead Stadium for new home in Kansas

The Kansas City Chiefs are close to moving from Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri to a new stadium in Kansas.

Pirates to acquire All-Star Brandon Lowe in three-team trade, AP sources says

The Pittsburgh Pirates have made a bold move by agreeing to acquire two-time All-Star second baseman Brandon Lowe from Tampa Bay.

Los Angeles Angels settles lawsuit with family of pitcher Tyler Skaggs over fatal overdose

The Los Angeles Angels has settled a lawsuit over the drug overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs.

Tarik Skubal joins Paul Skenes on US World Baseball Classic pitching staff

Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers has agreed to pitch for the United States in the World Baseball Classic.

Holmes is sad to see Alonso, Díaz and Nimmo leave Mets but trusts front-office retool decisions

Clay Holmes is sad over the departure of New York Mets stars Pete Alonso, Edwin Díaz and Brendan Nimmo, noting their strong connection with fans.

Ani Kilambi, 31, is joining the Washington Nationals as their general manager, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the move tells The Associated Press that Ani Kilambi is joining the Washington Nationals as their new general manager.