The Pirates added to the back of their rotation this evening with the $5.25MM agreement with Andrew Heaney. Robert Murray of FanSided writes that the Bucs pivoted to Heaney after first making an unsuccessful push to bring Jose Quintana back. According to Murray, the Pirates offered Quintana a stronger guarantee than the sum which they eventually agreed to pay Heaney. Quintana … [Read more...] about Quintana Declined Offer From Pirates Before Heaney Deal
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Pirates To Sign Andrew Heaney
The Pirates are reportedly in agreement with Andrew Heaney on a one-year deal that’ll guarantee $5.25MM. The deal, which is pending a physical, also includes performance bonuses for the Icon Sports Management client. Pittsburgh’s 40-man roster is at capacity, so they’ll need to make a corresponding move when the signing is finalized. It’s a relatively low-cost addition to the … [Read more...] about Pirates To Sign Andrew Heaney
Former Pirates Scott Sauerbeck Passes Away at 53
Scott Sauerbeck, a pitcher who was involved in one of the strangest trades in Pittsburgh Pirates history, has passed away. He was 53. John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Baseball Now reported that Sauerbeck suffered a fatal heart attack in Bradenton, Florida. The Pirates family mourns the passing of Scott Sauerbeck. Scott played for the Bucs from 1999-2003 and shares the club record … [Read more...] about Former Pirates Scott Sauerbeck Passes Away at 53
Veteran Left-Hander Andrew Heaney Lands New Contract with Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates will sign left-hander Andrew Heaney, as first reported by Robert Murray of FanSided. According to Andrew Destin of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the major league deal is for one year and $5.25 million, plus incentives. Heaney is a talented starter who spent the past two seasons in the middle of the Texas Rangers rotation. For all his talent, Heaney has … [Read more...] about Veteran Left-Hander Andrew Heaney Lands New Contract with Pirates
Alabama police force put on leave after 5 officers arrested, charged
The Hanceville police chief and four of his officers are accused of mishandling or removing materials from the department's evidence room. … [Read more...] about Alabama police force put on leave after 5 officers arrested, charged