HAVANA -- Cuba started releasing some prisoners Wednesday as part of talks with the Vatican, a day after President Joe Biden's administration announced his intent to lift the U.S. designation of the island nation as a state sponsor of terrorism. Read More … [Read more...] about Cuba starts freeing prisoners after U.S. said it would lift terror designation
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Pirates Acquire Brett de Geus
The Pirates have acquired right-hander Brett de Geus from the Blue Jays in exchange for cash, per announcements from both clubs. Toronto designated de Geus for assignment last week to create 40-man roster space for Jeff Hoffman. The 27-year-old de Geus pitched 11 1/3 innings in the majors last year over the course of brief stints with the Mariners, Marlins and Blue Jays. He … [Read more...] about Pirates Acquire Brett de Geus
Playing Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium ‘a blessing’ for Ringo Starr with new country album
It was a no-brainer for Beatles drummer Ringo Starr, 84, to stage two L.A. fires benefit shows at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium on Tuesday and Wednesday night. Read More … [Read more...] about Playing Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium ‘a blessing’ for Ringo Starr with new country album
Latest On Mets, Pete Alonso
The Mets and Pete Alonso have seemingly been in a staredown for quite a while and it’s still unclear who will blink first. Reporting from last week indicated that Alonso’s camp had pitched a short-term deal with opt-outs to the Mets but Alonso remains unsigned. Reports from both Andy Martino of SNY and Joel Sherman of The New York Post suggest a pivot point is coming where the … [Read more...] about Latest On Mets, Pete Alonso