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With a call-up, the Orioles finally stop treating Jackson Holliday like just another prospect
It didn't make sense when the Orioles sent Holliday back to the minors after a strong spring. Two weeks into the season, Baltimore is finally making the right call with its top prospect.
The Orioles have a group of highly ranked prospects in their system, but Jackson Holliday is the only one rated No. 1 overall.
Terps football will take its lumps without a clear-cut quarterback
Was Taulia Tagovailoa the thing keeping the Terps afloat for the last three seasons? Maryland and Mike Locksley are about to find out.
Maryland coach Michael Locksley speaks on SiriusXM at Super Bowl LVIII on a Feb. 8.
From Loyola to UConn, Cam Spencer has earned his way to the Final Four
The Davidsonville native’s journey through three colleges in as many years is thanks to the NCAA transfer portal, which has made it easier for quality midmajor players to reach the upper tier of college hoops.
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 30: Cam Spencer #12 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrates a basket against the Illinois Fighting Illini during the second half in the Elite 8 round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at TD Garden on March 30, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
Angel Reese declares for WNBA draft after championship career in college
The 21-year-old Randallstown native announced her intention in Vogue after winning the NCAA championship with LSU in 2023.
Angel Reese scored 2,162 points and collected 1,426 rebounds during her college career.
Angel Reese’s celebrity has exacted a crushing toll: ‘I just want them to always know, I’m still a human.’
After falling in a headlining game against Iowa, the LSU star and Randallstown native allowed the world to see how difficult it can be to carry expectations and misconceptions that accompany her celebrity.
Angel Reese of the LSU Tigers looks on prior to a game against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Elite 8.
Overblown reactions to Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark obscure this truth: They’re elevating the game
When people came for Angel Reese after last year’s national championship, it exposed sexism and racism among an entrenched segment of sports fans.
Angel Reese #10 of the LSU Lady Tigers hold up her hand to Caitlin Clark #22 of the Iowa Hawkeyes during the fourth quarter of the 2023 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament championship game at American Airlines Center on April 2, 2023 in Dallas, Texas.
Orioles lifer Cal Ripken Jr. says ‘timing feels good’ for step into ownership
The 63-year-old Hall of Famer said his longtime friendship with David Rubenstein quickly blossomed into inclusion in the new Orioles ownership group. Now the legendary player is hopeful about being around a new era of on-field success.
Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. had 3,184 hits and 431 home runs for the Orioles from 1981 to 2001.
New Orioles owner David Rubenstein is getting a hero’s welcome. Living up to it will be tricky.
The 74-year-old Baltimore native has been hailed simply for buying a controlling ownership in the Orioles. But he has to walk a tightrope to avoid falling out of favor.
David Rubenstein is the new control person of the Orioles as the team embarks on defense of its American League East championship.
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 logo is seen on a lectern inside the Camden Yards warehouse boardroom on Monday, December 18, 2023.
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.
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