Ravens reset: The most interesting stars and storylines of training camp
Summer break is over for the Ravens. Training camp is finally here, kicking off Wednesday in Owings Mills.
Kyle Goon: How can David Rubenstein be ‘very pleased’ when the Orioles are this disappointing?
COLUMN | As the Orioles sink in the standings, David Rubenstein's optimism about the team's playoff chances and his sunny appraisal of Mike Elias’ job performance feel tone-deaf.
Though Orioles fall to Braves late, Trevor Rogers makes his case for the next big contract
Trevor Rogers put forth a strong start in his latest effort against the Braves, giving weight to his case to be the next O’s starter to be paid.
Orioles owner gives Mike Elias ringing endorsement: ‘We couldn’t be more pleased’
Mike Elias has gotten heat for the Orioles’ decline since a highlight 2023 season. But team owner David Rubenstein says he’s pleased with his performance as the team trails in the wild-card race.
Kyle Goon: Extending CJ Abrams makes the most sense for the Nationals. Think of the alternative.
COLUMN | There is low-level buzz about shortstop CJ Abrams’ trade value. The Nationals should quash the rumors by extending their 25-year-old star’s contract to give fans a healthy dose of hope.
A trans ban came to rugby. Baltimore’s Ferals played on.
In February, USA Rugby banned transgender women from competing with other women at all levels. Something interesting happened: Many teams refused to listen.
Kyle Goon: Samuel Basallo will be an All-Star in 2027. I guarantee it.
COLUMN | The Orioles are sending just Adley Rutschman to the All-Star Game this year, but in 2027 Samuel Basallo will be in the Midsummer Classic. His talent hints at his superstar trajectory.
Orioles lineup bedeviled again by left-handed starter in loss to Cubs
Through 92 games, the Orioles' record (42-50) is the same as last season.
Kyle Goon: Embarrassing loss to Belgium proves US men’s soccer has stagnated
COLUMN | We need to stop the blatant homerism around U.S. men’s soccer and be realistic about changing the culture.
Kyle Goon: Do the Orioles’ owners care about winning? How they handle Mike Elias will leave no doubt.
COLUMN | David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti haven’t been tested on their commitment to winning. A slumping club and an embattled GM give them their first test to see if they’re willing to hold someone accountable.
Kyle Goon: Orioles GM Mike Elias wants to hold on to Adley Rutschman. He’s actually right.
COLUMN | As long as Baltimore is competing for a playoff spot, Adley Rutschman should stay.
Kyle Goon: Gunnar Henderson’s greatest fault might be caring too much. It threatens the Orioles’ season.
COLUMN | Since the Orioles started taking off in 2023, there has been no player more central to their success than their All-Star shortstop. But, with his pronounced struggles to start the season, Gunnar Henderson is showing the perils of riding the emotions of every single play, and how bad ones can stack up.
Gunnar Henderson hits 100th career homer as Orioles roll over Padres 7-3
Gunnar Henderson hit a capping homer in a 7-3 blistering of San Diego starter Griffin Canning, giving the Orioles their third straight win.
Kyle Goon: Has Tyler Loop moved on from Pittsburgh? The Ravens need to test him with competition.
COLUMN | Tyler Loop may feel emotionally healed from a dramatic failure in Pittsburgh, but that’s not enough reassurance for the Ravens to make him the unquestioned starter.
Orioles stage late rally against Mariners but fall short in extras for fourth straight loss
The Orioles tied it up in the ninth but ultimately couldn’t overcome a late Randy Arozarena homer in the 6-5 loss.
Kyle Goon: Elijah Sarratt’s unlikely road to the Ravens started at Baltimore’s Saint Frances Academy
Saint Frances helped build the body Sarratt needed to eventually be an NFL receiver for the Baltimore Ravens. But to build his mental strength, the 23-year-old rookie lost a lot more than sweat.
Kyle Goon: What exactly does Tyler O’Neill do here? It’s time for the Orioles to move on.
COLUMN | The Canadian right-hander was brought in to mash left-handed pitching. He hasn’t held up his end of the bargain.
Ravens OTAs takeaways: Lamar’s new offense, fixing the pass rush and more from the coordinators
“He got the same mentality as us,” wide receiver Zay Flowers said of new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle. “Like, he ain’t playing, but he a dog, though. You can just get that vibe from him.”
Kyle Goon: Tarps Off isn’t disrupting baseball fandom. It’s a new spin on an old rite of passage.
COLUMN | College- and high school-aged boys and men are taking off their shirts and creating a ruckus at MLB stadiums across the country. To them, it’s something new and exciting. To older fans, it feels more familiar than maybe we’d like to admit.
Kyle Goon: Colton Cowser seized his walk-off moments. The Orioles need him to seize his role.
COLUMN | The 26-year-old started the season as one of the Orioles’ most disappointing performers. Can a pair of walk-off homers be a launching pad?
