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After bridge collapse, Orioles players hope baseball can be a refuge
Baltimore and Maryland are reeling from the loss of life and the impact to come from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. With baseball season starting, the Orioles offer us a needed opportunity for civic unity.
Orioles outfielders Austin Hays (left) and Cedric Mullins both have strong feelings for the Baltimore community.
Among his star teammates, Adley Rutschman is still the most important Oriole. Here’s why.
The 26-year-old isn’t the only Baltimore star atop the marquee anymore, but he might be the best catcher in baseball. And a key decision the Orioles make about his future could be even more important beyond what he does on the field in 2024.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) takes the field during spring training on Feb. 19.
A headstrong owner, an ‘extraordinary’ man: Peter Angelos never lost his passion for Baltimore
The son of immigrants who always saw himself aligned with the working class, Peter Angelos always tried to do things he thought would help Baltimoreans. But he often thought he was the one who knew what was best.
Peter Angelos always kept the best interests of Baltimore in mind, even if others disagreed about what those interests were.
Shohei Ohtani scandal shows how dangerous sports’ embrace of gambling can be
As leagues have invited the revenues from the vast legal gambling market, they've introduced new threats to their credibility.
Shohei Ohtani, the most recognizable name in baseball, is already the subject of rumors because of his adviser and friend's involvement in gambling.
Maryland Stadium Authority signs off on Orioles sale to David Rubenstein. Up next: MLB owners.
The state body that oversees Camden Yards has consented to the forthcoming sale of the team. Rubenstein will work with the body extensively to improve the 32-year-old stadium and finish terms of the new lease.
The Maryland Stadium Authority, which oversees Camden Yards, consented to the Orioles sale via voice vote in a virtual meeting without additional discussion.
In Sarasota, there’s buzz around the Orioles. It might be a preview of 2024 at Camden Yards.
The attendance and merchandise sales at Ed Smith Stadium are up this spring, and fervor for the Orioles seems to be riding high. It’s adding to the anticipation that attendance could spike this year at the Yard.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) runs to first base during the team’s home opener against the Boston Red Sox at Ed Smith Stadium on Feb. 24.
Fans didn’t get to see Lionel Messi in D.C. this weekend. They were still stuck with inflated ticket prices.
With the promise of the international soccer superstar, fans paid premiums for tickets to D.C. United's match against Inter Miami. But Messi's hamstring injury left those hoping to see him in person disappointed and with little recourse to recoup the bucks they shelled out.
Julian Alvarez celebrates with Lionel Messi of Argentina after scoring the team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi final match between Argentina and Croatia at Lusail Stadium on December 13, 2022 in Lusail City, Qatar.
Fans paid thousands to get a chance to see Lionel Messi play D.C. United, but now he’s hurt
The soccer great’s first scheduled visit to D.C. isn't going as planned.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are scheduled to visit D.C. United this weekend, their only trip to Washington this season.
Ravens free agency in review: The stars and surprises of a busy first week
The Ravens’ deal for star RB Derrick Henry highlighted a busy few days of “legal tampering," re-signings and roster resets.
Derrick Henry #22 of the Tennessee Titans runs with the ball against the Baltimore Ravens in the Wild Card Round of the NFL Playoffs at Nissan Stadium on January 10, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Commentary: The Ravens know how good Derrick Henry was. Betting that he’ll stay at that level is a huge risk.
The investment of big money to get running back Derrick Henry feels surprising for the salary cap-strapped Ravens.
Running back Derrick Henry #22 of the Tennessee Titans carries the ball against the Baltimore Ravens during the AFC Divisional Playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 11, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland.
A stacked pipeline is paying off for the Orioles, even as pressure builds for prospects to break through
The top-ranked farm system in baseball has helped the Orioles showcase how much talent they have in spring training, but being so loaded can create pressure and test the patience of their rising players.
Jackson Holliday throws as Jordan Westburg waits his turn during spring training in Sarasota, Florida.
Orioles name Corbin Burnes opening day starter
The Orioles' star offseason acquisition will be Baltimore’s first Cy Young Award-winning pitcher since Pat Hentgen.
Orioles pitcher Corbin Burnes won the Cy Young Award for Milwaukee in 2021, when he had a 2.43 ERA and 234 strikeouts in 167 innings.
Commentary: Comcast keeps putting the screws to Orioles fans. MASN should help us.
A price hike for MASN this season should signal to MLB and the Orioles to find more direct-to-consumer options.
Comcast and similar cable providers seem determined to squeeze the customers they have for every last dime, columnist Kyle Goon says.
After a Warriors breakthrough, former lacrosse star Pat Spencer has more hoop dreams to chase
Five years after he was the best player in college lacrosse, Pat Spencer has made his NBA debut. But for the 27-year-old, known well for his competitive fire, it's not the end goal but just another milestone.
Pat Spencer handles the ball in a Dec. 29, 2023 game for the Santa Cruz Warriors. Last month, the 27-year-old made his NBA debut, nearly five years after winning the Tewaaraton Award for the best player in college lacrosse.
Mayor Brandon Scott believes the CIAA tournament could be the beginning of a Baltimore basketball renaissance.
Basketball may be strong at the rec and high school levels, but above that the city is somewhat starved.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott cheers for Poly during the Class 3A state girls basketball final against Howard in College Park last year. (Photo by Steve Ruark for the Baltimore Banner)
This time, the Baltimore Banners are helping others heal on the ice
The Baltimore hockey community is trying to make good out of the death of Phil Tupper, a 40-year-old amateur player who died last month.
Phil Tupper, left, plays guitar after a rec hockey game with friends at Mount Pleasant Ice Arena. After the 40-year-old died last month, Tupper’s friends organized a fundraiser game with the Baltimore Banners, a hockey program for at-risk youth.
Opinion: Police report on Zay Flowers raises questions about Ravens’ ‘zero tolerance’ for domestic violence
If the Ravens can’t make tough calls when it involves a high-performing player ahead of a big game, what meaning does a “zero-tolerance policy” actually have?
Ravens’ Zay Flowers hangs his head as he walks off the field following the loss to the Chiefs in the AFC Championship game at M&T stadium.
Lefty Driesell made his mark on Maryland but also on college basketball
Lefty Driesell, who died Saturday at 92, was a creator and innovator who put Maryland basketball on an upward trajectory and had a hand in making college basketball what it is today.
Lefty Driesell won more than 100 games with four schools during his coaching career.
MLB and the Angelos family have a rocky history. Here’s why the league could be eager to turn the page.
MLB appears to be moving quickly to complete the transfer of the Orioles to David Rubenstein's control. That makes sense, given how fraught the relationship between the league and the Angelos family has been.
Peter Angelos paid $173 million for the Orioles in 1993, and the franchise value has increased tenfold since.
One vote kept Lamar Jackson from being a 2-time unanimous MVP. Here’s what Aaron Schatz said about his dissent.
Aaron Schatz, the inventor of DVOA and a stat head, was the only NFL Honors voter to conclude Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was not the MVP this season. His dissenting vote, and the reaction to it, says a lot more about our expectations than the quality of his analysis.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson fell one vote shy of a second unanimous MVP selection.
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