Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Missouri) blasted DEI practices in the military during his questioning of Pete Hegseth at his Senate confirmation hearing for the secretary of defense post. Hegseth responded by saying this is not a time for equity in the military. … [Read more...] about Why Sen. Schmitt blasted military DEI practices during Hegseth’s hearing
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Bucs Arghticles: Pirates invite 13 players to Spring Training
Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Pittsburgh Pirates News Pittsburgh Pirates Announce Non-Roster Invitees For Spring Training (Sports Illustrated) Reliever Hunter Stratton among 13 players with non-roster invites to Pirates spring training … [Read more...] about Bucs Arghticles: Pirates invite 13 players to Spring Training
SB Nation Reacts results: Will Paul Skenes win the 2025 Cy Young Award?
Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images Do Pirates fans think he’s gonna take it home? 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 question was about Buccos star pitcher Paul … [Read more...] about SB Nation Reacts results: Will Paul Skenes win the 2025 Cy Young Award?
Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense pick, to appear for confirmation hearing today
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's embattled pick to lead the Defense Department, will face senators at his confirmation hearing on Tuesday morning. … [Read more...] about Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense pick, to appear for confirmation hearing today
Pirates Sign Burch Smith, Bryce Johnson To Minor League Deals
The Pirates announced a slate of 13 non-roster invitees to spring training Monday, revealing within that they’ve signed right-hander Burch Smith and outfielder Bryce Johnson to minor league contracts. Smith, 35 in April, split the 2024 season between the Marlins and Orioles, pitching to a combined 4.95 ERA with a below-average 19.1% strikeout rate but a superlative 5% walk … [Read more...] about Pirates Sign Burch Smith, Bryce Johnson To Minor League Deals