It was a tough year in so many ways. Don’t let it dim these moments, though.

COLUMN: The delayed opening of Mimi DiPietro Skating Center is merely the preamble to the indoor ice rink eventually shuttering in Patterson Park. That will leave the Baltimore Banners, a hockey team of young Black players from struggling neighborhoods, with a logistical headache.

COLUMN: With the Ravens’ season on the brink after preseason Super Bowl expectations, it’s time for owner Steve Bisciotti to tell fans how he plans to correct the trajectory of a team that took a slide in 2025.

The Ravens didn't give their star running back one touch on the last two drives of the game. It followed a pattern of John Harbaugh and Todd Monken leaving Henry out of the game plan in critical moments.

The Orioles executive says the club sees the former first-round pick as a solid piece for 2026 but maybe even better beyond.

COLUMN: The deal the Orioles made for Shane Baz, giving up prospects and picks, would have been unthinkable just months ago. Bravo to this front office for taking new kinds of risks.

COLUMN: The success of the Chargers’ and Ravens’ defenses since swapping Odafe Oweh and Alohi Gilman points to how NFL trades aren't strictly zero sum.

And: Is it too late to really make a difference?

The Midshipmen had to ride out two turnovers from their star quarterback, but in the end, Blake Horvath delivered the go-ahead touchdown pass when they needed him to.

Blake Horvath has led Navy to two great seasons as an elite dual-threat quarterback. Behind a wholesome image is a relentless competitor who could help his senior class tie a record for the most wins in school history.

Is Baltimore really as bad as Donald Trump says it is? Of course not. This weekend, as troops flood in for football, they have a chance to see for themselves.

Saint Frances’ go anywhere, play anytime model has made it one of the most feared national opponents in the last decade. Now that approach could suit them for a chance at a No. 1 overall ranking and $250,000.

After running and throwing for TDs for the first time in weeks, the star quarterback might still be able to raise the ceiling for this team.

Even though his on-field production has declined, Mark Andrews is one of the foremost weapons for the Ravens eight seasons into his career. Combine that with his off-field impact, and an extension for the 30-year-old is a no-brainer.

St. Frances Academy star Zion Elee is the highest-ranked recruit ever to sign with the Terps football program. But embattled coach Mike Locksley is stacking up expectations with his incoming class and has to turn around his 4-8 program quickly.

The Ravens have many more obvious roster holes than they started the season with. Reconstructing the choices the GM had to make shows how limited his options were to prevent a slide, but he still has to take some blame.

This offense stinks. Isn't anyone else tired of this?

Lamar Jackson hasn't played like himself since coming back from a hamstring injury. The offensive line is struggling. Pass pressure and open-field tackling are issues for the defense. Even in a 5-0 stretch, Baltimore hasn't built confidence.

Since starting in July, athletic director Jim Smith has whipped up enthusiasm and filled seats for Terps sports. But building a more competitive budget will be a significantly tougher challenge.

Here’s what Banner reporters make of the Ravens’ season as the team heads into Week 12 with a four-game winning streak.