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Pittsburgh Sports News and Rumors

Bucs avoid arbitration with Walker, McDonald

Tom Singer, MLB.com

The Pirates on Thursday came to terms with their two remaining players eligible for arbitration, agreeing to one-year contracts with second baseman Neil Walker and right-handed starter James McDonald.

The Pittsburgh Post, post-gazette.com

The award from the NFL Players Association also comes with a $100,000 donation to Charlie Batch's foundation based in Homestead.

Gerry Dulac, post-gazette.com

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin wasted little time finding a replacement for departed special teams coach Amos Jones.

Ed Bouchette, post-gazette.com

The Steelers' Brett Keisel expects a big turnover on the roster and a strong rebound from an 8-8 season. His Super Bowl prediction: Ravens.