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AP source: McCutchen, Phillies agree to $50M, 3-year deal

AP source: McCutchen, Phillies agree to $50M, 3-year deal
By RONALD BLUM, AP Baseball Writer
LAS VEGAS (AP) — All-Star outfielder Andrew McCutchen and the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a $50 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the agreement, which includes a club option for 2022, is subject to a successful physical.
The 32-year-old McCutchen was an All-Star each season from 2011-15, topping .300 in batting average from 2012-14. He was the NL MVP in 2013.
McCutchen nine years with Pittsburgh before he was traded to San Francisco last winter. He was dealt to the New York Yankees on Aug. 31 and hit .255 with 20 homers and 65 RBIs in 155 games overall this year.
McCutchen has 223 homers, a .287 average and 790 RBIs in 10 major league seasons.
Philadelphia remains interested in Bryce Harper, the top free agent on the market, but has a surplus of outfielders, including Odubel Herrera, Nick Williams, Aaron Altherr and Roman Quinn.
Rhys Hoskins is moving from left field to first base after the team traded Carlos Santana to Seattle for infielder Jean Segura last week.
Herrera, a former All-Star, is a trade candidate. He struggled in the second half last season and finished with career lows in batting average (.255) and on-base percentage (.310).
Philadelphia pursued Patrick Corbin and is still seeking a left-handed starter.
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AP Sports Writer Rob Maaddi in Philadelphia contributed to this report.
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PA’s Auditor General Urges State Lawmakers To Rein In Pharmacy Benefit Managers

Pennsylvania’s independently elected fiscal watchdog is urging state lawmakers to rein in pharmacy benefit managers, saying the companies are allowed to operate in secrecy in ways that let them profit while driving up health care costs. Auditor General Eugene DePasquale released an 18-page report Tuesday saying many other states have taken action to lower drug costs by forcing more transparency on pharmacy benefit managers.

Wampum Aviation Electrician & Gold Star Family Member Build Toy Helicopter

Aviation Electricians Mate 3rd Class Tess Jones, right, from Wampum, Pa., and Finley, a Gold Star family member, build a toy helicopter at the Norfolk International Airport during the 13th annual Snowball Express. The Snowball Express is a non-profit organization that was established in 2006. The organization’s mission is to bring new positive experiences to Gold Star families. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Katie Cox/Released)

11 Charged By Center Township Police

11 PEOPLE HAVE BEEN CHARGED BY CENTER TOWNSHIP POLICE FOR DRUG VIOLATIONS OR SEXUAL ASSAULT. BEAVER COUNTY RADIO NEWS CORRESPONDENT SANDY GIORDANO HAS THE STORY…

Four Bids To County Engineer For Franklin Avenue Park

FOUR BIDS HAVE BEEN SENT TO THE BEAVER COUNTY ENGINEER FOR APPROVAL FOR A FRANKLIN AVENUE PARK IN ALIQUIPPA. BEAVER COUNTY RADIO NEWS CORRESPONDENT SANDY GIORDANO HAS DETAILS. Click on ‘play ‘ to hear Sandy’s report…

Man Fatally Stabbed At His Home In Moon Township

Police are searching for a suspect after a stabbing in Moon Township left one man dead. According to police, officers were called to a home along McKinney Drive just before 11:00 last night. When they arrived, they found a 48-year-old Thomas Garner suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was transported to a local hospital, where he died overnight. Garner lived alone in the McKinney Drive home and may have known the suspect. No information about a possible suspect has been released at this time. A motive has not been determined, but police do not believe it was a robbery. Anyone with information is asked to contact Allegheny County Police at 1-833-ALL-TIPS, or through their social media accounts.

The Salvation Army Is Ready To Bring Holiday Cheer To The Needy

As part of their series “People Purpose Planet”, the Chiropractic Health Center in Chippewa came to A.M. Beaver County to highlight another local non-profit organization that is doing good for the County communities.

This time, Dr. Pete Birchler brought along two pastors from the Beaver Falls Salvation Army (Evelyn and Fabi) to discuss the holiday drives and programs that the organization, traditionally known for its presence in the community during Christmastime, are doing. Among them are “Project Bundle Up”, the distribution of toys and food baskets, and the traditional collections in front of the stores across the county (and country).

For more information about the Beaver Falls Salvation Army, the number is (724) 846-2330.

To watch the full interview with Fabi, Evelyn, Dr. Pete, and Matt Drzik…click on the Facebook Live feed below!