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Kyle Goon: Bradley Beal, Wizards split reveals inherent flaws of NBA’s supermax contracts
The Washington Wizards split with their chosen star Bradley Beal less than a year removed from signing him to a supermax deal. What went wrong has a lot to do with how supermax contracts are not working as intended.
Bradley Beal, No. 3 of the Washington Wizards, dunks the ball against the Detroit Pistons in the first half at Capital One Arena on March 14, 2023 in Washington, D.C.
Baltimore boxing champ Gervonta Davis adding celebrity attorney Alex Spiro to legal team
Alex Spiro has represented Elon Musk, Jay-Z, Megan Thee Stallion, Alec Baldwin and Robert Kraft among other high-wattage clients.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 20: Alex Spiro, attorney for Elon Musk, arrives for the Elon Musk shareholder lawsuit trial at the Phillip Burton Federal Building on January 20, 2023 in San Francisco, California. The trial continues in a lawsuit that has investors suing Tesla and Musk, its chief executive officer, over his August 2018 tweets where he said he was taking Tesla private with funding that he secured. The tweet was found to be false and cost shareholders billions of dollars when Tesla's stock price began to fluctuate wildly allegedly based on the tweet. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Kyle Goon: Ravens’ J.K. Dobbins is running uphill in his contract play
It’s understandable why running back J.K. Dobbins, who has put life and limb on the line for Baltimore, would be looking for a new deal that keeps him under contract for the next few seasons. But he’s going to face a tough time moving the sticks.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 02: J.K. Dobbins #27 of the Baltimore Ravens scores a touchdown while being tackled by Tremaine Edmunds #49 of the Buffalo Bills in the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Baltimore.
Kyle Goon: Orioles fans are starting to flock back to Camden Yards. Here’s what they told us.
Orioles home per-game attendance is up nearly 5,000 fans per game, and school isn't even out yet. The Banner talked to fans about Camden Yards' reviving atmosphere, their decisions to take the plunge on season tickets and how they're balancing the joys of a newly competitive team with the anxieties of an uncertain future.
Anthony Santander and the Orioles have been giving the fans at Camden Yards reason to celebrate this season.
Kyle Goon: Ravens’ Odell Beckham Jr. strives to make a Super Bowl memory he can finally savor
In what should have been a crowning football achievement, Odell Beckham Jr.’s memory of Super Bowl LVI is tainted by the ACL injury that set him back more than a year. It has been a long, grinding path back to health with the Ravens, and he hopes to help get them back to the NFL’s biggest stage — and finally enjoy it.
Ravens wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. participates in the first day of the team's mandatory minicamp.
Kyle Goon: From Loyola, Denver’s Michael Malone carved fiery path to NBA’s peak
Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone was a little-used reserve as a player at Loyola Maryland in the early ’90s, but he showed some of the spark that made him a successful NBA coach. To this day, he keeps up with his alma mater and roots for the Greyhounds.
Nuggets coach Michael Malone had unimpressive statistics as a player at Loyola Maryland, but former teammates recall he showed the basketball IQ that has helped Denver compete for its first NBA championship.
Kyle Goon: ‘I Think You Should Leave’ brings out the goofier side of Orioles star Adley Rutschman
His devotion to a silly Netflix show drew viral internet attention. But it shows Adley Rutschman has a goofier sense of humor than he often is willing to display.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) looks back to the dugout for a moment before taking his position in a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox at Camden Yards on Wednesday, April 26. The Orioles played the Red Sox in the third game of the series, with the winner of Wednesday's game taking the series.
Kyle Goon: At 77, Orioles broadcaster Jim Palmer just keeps putting in the work
The Hall of Famer may seem like an immortal part of Orioles baseball, but a recent brush with melanoma should help fans value the time Jim Palmer has left in the broadcast booth.
Lead analyst for MASN, Hall of Famer and former pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles Jim Palmer talks with Orioles players in the dugout during batting practice prior to a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on July 23, 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Cedric Mullins injured in Orioles’ loss to Cleveland Guardians
Centerfielder Cedric Mullins strained his right abductor or right groin in the eighth inning of a 5-0 home defeat.
Baltimore Orioles' Cedric Mullins walks off the field with a member of the training staff during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians, Monday, May 29, 2023, in Baltimore. The Guardians won 5-0.
Orioles grit out win against Rangers to avoid sweep
Austin Hays’ eighth-inning double puts the Orioles over the line after a weekend of struggle at home against the Texas Rangers.
Baltimore Orioles' Austin Hays runs toward third for a triple during the third inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Sunday, May 28, 2023, in Baltimore.
Orioles GM Mike Elias says the team is ‘preparing to be buyers’ at MLB trade deadline
After four straight summers as trade deadline sellers, the Orioles have proven to the front office that they're real. GM Mike Elias says the front office and scouting departments are figuring out who might help them make a run at the postseason.
Orioles General Manager Mike Elias walks around the complex during practice at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota on 2/24/23. The Baltimore Orioles’ Spring Training session runs from mid-February through the end of March.
Kyle Goon: Lamar Jackson is at Ravens OTAs. Now we can finally talk about something else.
After Lamar Jackson signed his five-year contract, there was buzz on social media and other arenas about whether he'd be at the Ravens' offseason voluntary workouts. He's there, but why is it even a big deal?
Ravens head coach John Harbaugh would love it if every player attended voluntary workouts, but even he knows that's just a coach's dream.
Kyle Goon: Here’s what made Carmelo Anthony different from other superstars.
In the twilight of his NBA career, Carmelo Anthony went out on a bad team that underachieved in spite of his solid play. But the NBA star with Baltimore roots learned during his 19 years in the league how to adapt and evolve, on and off the court, and found peace with the blessings of his career.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 02:  Former New York Knicks player Carmelo Anthony attends game two of the Eastern Conference Semifinals between the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on May 02, 2023 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Kyle Goon: Winning keeps Bob Baffert a nose ahead of scrutiny once again
The only death of Preakness day was Havnameltdown, one of the horses under the care of controversial trainer Bob Baffert. But, with a record-setting Preakness win, the 70-year-old manages to keep insulating himself from scandal.
Trainer Bob Baffert is interviewed after his horse, Arabian Lion, won the Sir Barton Stakes at the 148th running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course on May 20, 2023.
Jockey injured, Baffert horse euthanized after breakdown in sixth race on Preakness day
Havnameltdown, favored in the Chick Lang Stakes on Preakness day, was euthanized after throwing jockey Luis Saez.
HavnameItdown is stopped by handlers during The Chick Lang Stakes race at Pimlico Race Course on May 20, 2023. The horse was humanly euthanized and jockey Luis Saez taken to the hospital.
Mage’s owner shoots down injury rumor, says favorite is ‘ready to race’
Ramiro Restrepo says Mage received a "superficial" bump on his head and will be good to go for Saturday night's Preakness Stakes.
Mage works out Wednesday with exercise rider J.J. Delgado at Pimlico Race Course, Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
First Mission scratched from Preakness field day before race
Maryland’s premier race sees its field cut to seven, as one of the top contenders is ruled out by Pimlico veterinarian with an unspecified left hind leg issue.
Trainer Brad Cox reacts to the timed workout for First Mission on track during morning workouts at Pimlico Race Course as horses prepare for the Preakness Stakes in Baltimore, Maryland on May 17, 2023. First Mission was scratched from the Preakness Friday morning and sent to Rood and Riddle Equine for physical evaluation.
Kyle Goon: Coffeewithchris’ Preakness bid gives Maryland training family hope for the ride of a lifetime
Maryland's hopes for the first state-bred champion since 1983 rest on Coffeewithchris, born in Woodbine and trained in Laurel. The long shot also represents a chance for the Salzman family to have a moment in the spotlight amid a business that is shifting around them.
Coffeewithchris wins the Miracle Wood Stakes at Laurel Park in February 2023.
Kyle Goon: How a ‘gut decision’ in Timonium is paying off handsomely for the owners of Preakness favorite Mage
Last year in Timonium, a group of owners went over budget and spent $290,000 in an auction for a 2-year-old horse on a “gut decision.” That horse was Mage, now a Kentucky Derby winner whose success may herald a great racing line under Good Magic, who sired three of the eight horses in this year’s Preakness.
Mage, ridden by jockey Javier Castellano, crosses the finish line to win the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby.
Kyle Goon: Adley Rutschman fueled the Orioles’ resurgence. Now they just have to keep him around.
Since his selection first overall in 2019, Adley Rutschman represented a promising future for the Orioles, and his arrival ushered in an era of success. But now Mike Elias and company have to figure out a tricky next step: How to keep the 25-year-old star in the fold with a big-money extension.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) swings in a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics at Camden Yards on Tuesday, April 11. The Orioles beat the Athletics, 12-8, in the second game of the series.
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