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On Sports: MLB deems Pirates’ rivals as Phillies, Tigers; Paul Skenes’ signing bonus record surpassed
In announcing its 2025 schedule Thursday, Major League Baseball tacitly expressed belief that fans have demanded more of the Pittsburgh Pirates-Detroit Tigers annual matchup. But not so much so that it will formally recognize it during a weekend …