Andrew McCutchen is sticking around to see if the Pittsburgh Pirates can finish the climb back to contention
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Andrew McCutchen is sticking around to see if the Pittsburgh Pirates can finish the climb back to contention.
The five-time All-Star outfielder-turned-designated hitter has agreed to a one-year, $5 million deal, the club announced Monday.
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