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    Ryan Minor, who replaced Cal Ripken to end Iron Man streak, dies at 49
    Minor was drafted into both the NBA and MLB after playing two sports at Oklahoma.
    Ryan Minor played 142 major league games over three years with the Orioles and one with the Montreal Expos.
    Could Ravens-49ers set a franchise ratings record for a regular-season game?
    The Ravens’ single-game record for the regular season is believed to be 25.1 million viewers, set in September 2013, when the team opened its Super Bowl defense with a prime-time loss to the Denver Broncos.
    Quarterback Lamar Jackson picks up a rushing first down the last time the Ravens played the 49ers, in 2019. The teams will play again Monday in a likely ratings winner.
    Odell Beckham Jr. returns to Ravens practice; Malik Harrison’s role could be crucial vs. 49ers
    Beckham missed the open portion of practice Wednesday and was sidelined Thursday with an illness.
    Odell Beckham Jr. missed the open portion of practice Wednesday and was sidelined Thursday with an illness, but he was a full participant in Friday’s session.
    Christian May scores 16 to lead Towson over Nicholls 65-55
    The Tigers improved to 6-6 with their victory at home.
    Baltimore has been without light rail service for 2 weeks. That’s about to change.
    Light rail service will resume Saturday after major mechanical issues related to the ongoing rehabilitation of the aging railcar fleet knocked it out of service for roughly two weeks.
    The Maryland Transit Administration will cut shuttle bus service that has ferried passengers between light rail stations since the Dec. 8 shutdown and will make light rail service free until Jan. 2.
    Lamar Jackson or Brock Purdy? There’s only one QB you want when things go off script.
    The MVP debate between the Ravens and 49ers quarterbacks has many quaint facets, but Jackson's ability to be an offense unto himself should give him a leg up.
    Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson calls a play during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at M&T Bank Stadium.
    Expert predictions for Ravens vs. 49ers: Who will win potential Super Bowl preview?
    The Ravens (11-3) will face the San Francisco 49ers (11-3) Monday in Santa Clara, California. Here are predictions from The Baltimore Banner’s sports staff.
    The 49ers' Christian McCaffrey leads the NFL in rushing yards with 1,292 and total touchdowns with 20.
    Ravens vs. 49ers: 5 things to watch, including Lamar Jackson, Fred Warner and playoff odds
    It might just be the best game of the year. And the Ravens (11-3) might just need their best game of the year to win it.
    For a change, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson won't be the only MVP candidate on the field Monday night against the 49ers.
    Since when did John Harbaugh get so conservative on 4th down?
    As NFL teams embrace aggressive, analytics-backed mentalities, the Ravens have bucked the trend, going for it on just 11 fourth downs.
    The Ravens have gone for it on fourth down just 11 times this season, the second-lowest total in the league.
    The luxury Christmas surprise Roquan Smith gifted his Ravens teammates
    Linebacker Roquan Smith, the leader of every pregame huddle, played Secret Santa by having the luxury goods dropped off at the lockers of all his teammates on defense.
    Ravens defensive tackle Justin Madubuike's customized Versace robe, courtesy of middle linebacker Roquan Smith.
    MTA study on future Baltimore-to-Towson transit line leaves door open on subway expansion
    The MTA will continue to analyze options next year and solicit feedback from the public.
    Exterior of the Maryland Department of Transportation’s Maryland Transit Administration building in downtown Baltimore on Aug. 11, 2022.
    MLB is widening the runner’s lane to first, changing a rule that has caused World Series controversy
    The new runner’s lane overrides a rule that has existed since the National League mandated in 1882 that runners must be within the 3-foot box on the foul side of the base line during the final 45 feet between home and first.
    Baltimoreans’ New Year’s Eve plans still a go, Ravens-Dolphins game will not be flexed
    Mayor Brandon Scott wanted the smoke, but the Ravens-Dolphins game will remain at 1 p.m.
    A statue of Pro Football Hall of Fame player Johnny Unitas stands outside M&T Bank Stadium, home of the Baltimore Ravens, in South Baltimore.
    Jon Meoli: With some obstacles to spending gone, the Orioles’ offseason will get added scrutiny
    For years, the stadium lease and MASN dispute were at least plausible motivations behind the team keeping its payroll at the bottom of the league. Now, we’re about to find out just how relevant those factors really were.
    Orioles fans watch as their team takes on the Tampa Bay Rays during the third game of a series at Camden Yards in September.
    How Ravens guard Kevin Zeitler fell in love with wine — and became a ‘guru’ for his teammates
    When a Ravens player needs to impress somebody with a good bottle of wine, they know where to turn.
    Ravens guard Kevin Zeitler won't have time for Napa Valley this weekend. He and the team are preoccupied with their "Monday Night Football" matchup against the 49ers.
    With Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton, anything is possible: ‘There’s nothing that kid can’t do’
    The challenge has always been figuring out what more Hamilton can do. From there, he usually figures it out himself.
    Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton has 76 tackles, three sacks, two interceptions and a defensive touchdown this season.
    Handing out Secret Santa gifts and previewing 49ers | Banner Ravens Podcast
    Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer look ahead to Monday's potential Super Bowl preview.
    LSU, the defending national champion, beats Coppin State 80-48, but the Eagles still come out a winner
    Coppin reaped financial rewards for hosting the game, and it showcased Historically Black College and Universities for a wide audience.
    Angel Reese (10) and LSU teammate Last-Tear Poa like what they see during the third quarter of the Tigers' 80-48 win at Coppin State on Wednesday night.
    Angel Reese is a hit, especially with the girls who want to follow in her footsteps
    Columnist Kyle Goon: The LSU hooper has inspired girls who want to follow her footsteps, and given them permission to be their competitive selves.
    Angel Reese waves to the sellout crowd at Coppin State on Wednesday night.
    Ravens find themselves in unfamiliar territory against 49ers: Underdogs
    “I don’t know what it is, whether it’s the lack of prime-time games that we’ve gotten or whatever, but I think the 11-3s are not created equal right now, in terms of the 49ers versus us,” safety Kyle Hamilton said. “We feel a little disrespected by that.”
    The Ravens are 5 1/2-point underdogs going into their Christmas Night game at San Francisco. Both teams are 11-3.
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