Angel Reese wears Maryland flag-themed sneakers for game in D.C.
“Just being able to rep where I’m from is something I take pride in,” Reese said.
CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 04: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky lines up a for a free throw during the second half against the New York Liberty on June 4, 2024 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/ Icon Sportswire)
Do guys not know how to talk about sports? When it comes to the WNBA, too many men sound dumb.
A uniquely off-putting discourse about Caitlin Clark's place in the WNBA reveals more about new viewers than the league itself.
Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever must prove herself in the WNBA just as rookies do in men’s sports.
The Orioles’ trade for Corbin Burnes has worked out well. They should swing big again.
After crushing injury news for John Means and Tyler Wells, Baltimore’s front office must reckon with bolstering their starting rotation. Their deal for the Cy Young-winner should be a guide for how ambitious they should be.
Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias speaks with other members of the front office during a spring training session at Ed Smith Stadium.
Ending NFL OTAs could be a win-win for veteran players and coaches
Organized team activities in May and June are a compromise that don’t seem to work perfectly for coaches or veteran players. Getting rid of them altogether, in favor of a longer training camp, might be a better solution.
Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Joe Evans (48) runs a drill during practice at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills on May 22, 2024.
Amid injuries, the Orioles’ starting rotation continues to find ways to deliver
Among the top five teams in starter ERA, only the Orioles have had eight different pitchers start at least three games — and all but two of the starters have a sub-4 ERA.
Kyle Bradish, #38 of the Baltimore Orioles, celebrates after striking out Bryan Ramos, #44 of the Chicago White Sox, during the seventh inning on May 26. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
In Bill Walton, college sports lost its unique voice and true believer
Bill Walton's psychedelic wackiness was one of a kind, but so was his generous heart and dedication to the highest ideals of sports. The NCAA was better for having him, even if it never lived up to what he believed it could be.
TUCSON, ARIZONA - JANUARY 04: Sportscaster and former NBA player Bill Walton (center) calls the game between the Arizona Wildcats and the Colorado Buffaloes on Jan. 4. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
Todd Monken built a great Ravens offense, but AFC championship disappointment looms over his achievements
Living in a pressure cooker might just be a Baltimore offensive coordinator’s lot in life.
Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken (center) had a successful first year in the job — before the team reached the AFC championship game.
When coaches get together, they tell great stories. Here are the best from the newly launched Harbaugh Coaching Academy.
John Harbaugh and Bill Belichick riffed on some of their favorite NFL memories. Harbaugh, along with his brother Jim, father Jack and brother-in-law Tom Crean, hopes to share more coaching wisdom through a new website.
Baltimore Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh laughs during a news conference at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills on Thursday, March 14.
Amid low Preakness turnout, ecstatic Seize the Grey owners give horse racing a shot of life
For just $127, more than 2,500 investors bought a share in Preakness winner Seize the Grey. The money bought them the thrill of a lifetime.
Members of the owner group for Seize the Gray, celebrate after he wins The Preakness Stakes.
What out-of-town fans would change about Pimlico, Preakness
It’s not news to anyone that the course and its facilities need work. Visitors have suggestions.
Preakness attendees place bets and wander through the upper concourse at Pimlico Race Course Saturday.
Pimlico needs to be razed. Top trainers hope one thing can be saved.
They aren’t in the best shape, but Pimlico’s green stakes barns have earned a reprieve from the wrecking ball because of their place in racing history, trainers say.
Assistant trainer Ray Bryner walks Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan back to the barn following a training session ahead of the 149th running of the Preakness Stakes.
Orioles analysis: What we have learned a quarter of the way through the season
Baltimore is on pace to surpass 100 wins, so there’s an awful lot to like at Camden Yards
The Orioles douse Jordan Westburg with the Gatorade cooler after he hit a walk-off home run in the team’s 6-4 win over the Royals on April 1.
The NFL did Ravens players and fans no favors with 2024 schedule
Roger Goodell and the league showed their casual disregard for player safety and at-home viewers.
Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (89) drops the ball with Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) following close behind at Acrisure Stadium, in Pittsburgh, PA Sunday, October 8, 2023.
Park Heights has a strained history with Pimlico. Now, they share the same hope for revitalization.
The state has committed to rebuilding Pimlico — and revitalizing the surrounding neighborhood. Both have waited too long.
Horses and their handlers prepare to ride during the George E. Mitchell Black-Eyed Susan Stakes at Pimlico on May 19, 2023.
Anthony Edwards isn’t the next Michael Jordan. But there’s at least one way he already compares to NBA greats.
Anthony Edwards' incredible playoff performances and irrepressible charisma are striking early comparisons to some of the most iconic, entertaining players of all time. It's easy to buy in.
Anthony Edwards has scored 70 points as the Timberwolves have taken a 2-0 series lead on the defending champion Nuggets.
Orioles fans, it’s time to pack Camden Yards. Here are 5 reasons to go.
The AL-leading Orioles have seen the fourth-largest increase in per game attendance this season. If you're on the fence about going to Camden Yards this weekend, here's a few reasons to get out there.
A Baltimore Orioles fan waves a rally towel over his head during a game against the Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards on March 30.
Rocksann Smith is an unrelenting star for City’s baseball team. She’s hoping this is not the end of her career.
The 18-year-old center fielder for the Knights has risen to team captain in high school in a sport she loves. The next step is finding a path to keep competing.
Rocksann Smith poses for a portrait postgame of the Baltimore City College Knights Varsity Baseball Team win over Dunbar on 4/26/2024 in Baltimore, MD.
There is no easy or comfortable fix for the Orioles’ pitching woes
Two blown saves over the weekend illustrate the narrow margins the Orioles pitching staff is facing, and injury concerns could keep Baltimore on edge in a tough division race.
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel, left, leaves the game alongside trainer Brian Ebel, right, during the ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics.
Jackson Holliday was willing to battle through his rookie slump. The Orioles should have been, too.
The club sent Holliday down to Triple-A Norfolk after just 10 games, not enough of a runway to see if he could have battled his way out of a 2-for-34 start to his big league career.
The Orioles won seven of the 10 games Jackson Holliday played, even though he contributed only two hits.
The Ravens played it safe. The Chiefs’ bold trade means the pick must be scrutinized.
The Ravens may have landed their next great cover corner in Nate Wiggins. But a bold move by Kansas City and an opportunity-swiping pick by Dallas could be the draft day selections Wiggins is graded against.
The Ravens rated Nate Wiggins as the top cover corner in the NFL draft.
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