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Kyle Goon: Sports owners are disconnected from fans. It’s the biggest problem in the game.
COLUMN | Bad behavior by team owners around the country helps highlight how disconnected they are from the fans they claim to serve. It’s one of the existential problems in sports.
David Rubenstein became controlling owner of the Orioles in March 2024.
Kyle Goon: O.J. Brigance always beat the odds. His willpower is his remarkable legacy.
COLUMN | O.J. Brigance inspired Ravens players with his hope and resiliency.
O.J. Brigance, seated, celebrates at a 2023 Brigance Brigade fundraiser with former board member Mike Gathagan, wife Chanda Brigance and Lt. Gov Aruna Miller. Brigance was a championship-winning linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Stallions before becoming a prominent spokesman for ALS patients and their families. His foundation has raised millions in grant money for ALS patients to improve their quality of life.
Kyle Goon: Why a Ravens preseason touchdown meant the world to QB Austin Reed (and his baby girls)
COLUMN | On Saturday night, there was a lot for the Reed family to celebrate.
Ravens quarterback Austin Reed (15) celebrates after he scores in the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles in a preseason game on Aug. 15.
Kyle Goon: As Churchill Downs attempts to undermine the Preakness, Maryland racing is doing what it must to survive
COLUMN | Maryland’s decision to buy the Preakness’ IP rights and change the race date appears to have ruffled the feathers of its Triple Crown compatriots. But, given how hostile the most powerful bodies can be, the state’s self-interested moves are a sign of progress.
The Preakness is expected to return to a new Pimlico Race Course next year.
Kyle Goon: Paying Zay Flowers will be worth it — if Lamar Jackson signs with the Ravens, too
COLUMN | Zay Flowers is one of the tightest teammates in Lamar Jackson’s circle. By paying Flowers top-tier receiver money, the Ravens have created an enticement for Jackson to re-up in the next year, too.
Lamar Jackson, left, and Zay Flowers participate in warmups prior to the Ravens' preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys on Aug. 16, 2025.
Following emotional trade deadline, Orioles get back to work with win over Angels
Cade Povich spins a scoreless start and Pete Alonso hits a go-ahead RBI single in the third inning to get Baltimore back in the win column after a trade deadline gut punch.
Orioles’ Colton Cowser (17) is congratulated as he scores on a Pete Alonso single against the Los Angeles Angels in the bottom of the third.
Kyle Goon: Mike Elias just traded away the symbol of his own rebuild. Why should Orioles fans trust him anymore?
COLUMN | We’ve reached a stage where Mike Elias is now dealing away his own first-round picks to get the Orioles out of the hole he helped dig. Why should he get any more trust to fix this team?
Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias takes questions from reporters in the Orioles dugout on July 31.
Kyle Goon: Chris Davis’ Orioles career ended on a low. Only now can he appreciate the highs.
COLUMN | Chris Davis didn't expect to get into the Orioles Hall of Fame this soon. But he didn't appreciate his career achievements until stepping away from the game.
Former first baseman Chris Davis hit 253 home runs as a member of the Orioles.
Kyle Goon: Lamar Jackson’s contract talks will loom. But in the meantime he’s embracing change.
COLUMN | It won’t be easy to overlook the massive shadow Lamar Jackson’s salary cap hit has over the franchise in 2027. But the two-time MVP seems legitimately excited for a new coaching regime and another chance to prove himself.
Quarterback Lamar Jackson says he’s focused on his play instead of his contract.
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.
Ravens head coach Jesse Minter takes questions from reporters following organized team activities on May 27.
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.
Orioles owner David Rubenstein, left, pictured last year, had high praise for president of baseball operations Mike Elias last week.
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.
Trevor Rogers has given up 11 earned runs over his last nine starts.
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.
Orioles owner David Rubenstein backed president of baseball operations Mike Elias at a news conference Friday.
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.
Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams has 24 home runs and a .904 OPS this season.
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.
Harper Ockert runs drills with teammates at Utz Field in Patterson Park during Ferals rugby practice, in Baltimore, Tuesday March 10, 2026.
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.
Samuel Basallo has 16 home runs, 46 RBIs and a .773 OPS.
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.
Orioles right-hander Shane Baz in the first inning against the Chicago Cubs.
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.
Matt Freese #24 of the United States shows dejection after the team’s 1-4 defeat in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium at Seattle Stadium.
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.
Orioles general manager Mike Elias speaks prior to a ribbon cutting for the new Orioles Player Development Complex at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, FL earlier this year.
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.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman throws out a San Diego Padres baserunner in the second inning at Camden Yards on June 12.
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