Sources: Pirates, Ryan O'Hearn reach 2-year, $29 million deal - ESPN
First baseman Ryan O'Hearn and the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a two-year, $29 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Tuesday.
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Zambia equalise late to share spoils with Mali
CASABLANCA, Dec 22 : Zambia’s Patson Daka scored with a spectacular diving header in stoppage time to see his side come from behind and force a 1-1 draw with Mali in their opening Group A clash at the Africa Cup of Nations finals on Monday.
Morocco overcome early nerves to beat Comoros in Cup of Nations opener
RABAT, Dec 21 : Africa Cup of Nations hosts Morocco overcame a nervy start to beat the Comoros 2-0 in the tournament’s opening game on Sunday after Brahim Diaz and substitute Ayoub El Kaabi scored second-half goals.
Rory McIlroy named RTÉ Sportsperson of the Year
Rory McIlroy has been named RTÉ Sportsperson of the Year for 2025. The world number two-ranked player became the sixth golfer ever to complete a career Grand Slam when he won the Masters at Augusta in April.
Shohei Ohtani Trading Card Draws Record Sale
Two-time World Series champion Shohei Ohtani owns multiple records, and now, the Los Angeles Dodgers' superstar is attached to another landmark moment.
Newcastle's Howe slams 'stonewall penalty' snub as defensive woes continue
NEWCASTLE, England, Dec 20 : Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe criticised the referee for not awarding a "stonewall penalty" in the 2-2 draw with Chelsea on Saturday, dismissing the officials' explanations as his side extended their alarming habit of dropping points after leading.
Bologna edge Inter on penalties to reach Italian Super Cup final
RIYADH, Dec 19 : Bologna will face Napoli in the Italian Super Cup final after overcoming Inter Milan 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regular time on Friday.
Pirates land Rays 2B Brandon Lowe in 3-team trade - ESPN
The offense-starved Pittsburgh Pirates finally made an aggressive offseason move, acquiring two-time All-Star second baseman Brandon Lowe from the Tampa Bay Rays as part of a three-team trade that also includes the Houston Astros.