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    Jon Meoli: The Orioles’ plan brought them this far. How much will a playoff sweep change it?
    No one is going to look at what the Orioles accomplished this year and decide the template that helped them get here is broken, least of all Mike Elias, Sig Mejdal or Eve Rosenbaum.
    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Dean Kremer reacts after giving up a homer during Game 3 of the American League Divisional Series against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Tex. on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
    It’s over: Magical Orioles season comes to resounding end with ALDS sweep
    Starter Dean Kremer gave up six earned runs and failed to get out of the second inning and the Orioles were swept for the first time since Adley Rutschman joined the team early last year.
    Orioles starter Dean Kremer looks on after being pulled from Game 3 against the Texas Rangers with two outs in the second inning. He gave up six earned runs.
    Pete Buttigieg touts transit, climate-friendly solutions at Baltimore appearance
    Pete Buttigieg touted wins from the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and discussed the importance of active community engagement in transportation projects.
    Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg speaks at iMPACT Maryland, a thought leadership conference hosted by The Baltimore Banner on Tuesday, Oct.10, 2023, in Baltimore.
    Key takeaways from iMPACT Maryland
    Dozens of newsmakers spanning the public, private and nonprofit sectors came together Tuesday for iMPACT Maryland, The Baltimore Banner’s new event for thought leaders to swap insights and discuss innovative ideas for the state’s future.
    A conversation with Gov. Wes Moore featuring Brian Stelter at iMPACT Maryland, a thought-leadership conference hosted by The Baltimore Banner on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 in Baltimore.
    Photos: Scenes from iMPACT Maryland
    Thought leaders and newsmakers gathered at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore for The Baltimore Banner’s inaugural iMPACT Maryland thought-leadership conference.
    The Baltimore Banner's Editor in Chief Kimi Yoshino moderated a fireside discussion on how philanthropy and giving impact our communities at iMPACT Maryland, a thought-leadership conference hosted by The Banner on Tuesday, Oct.10, 2023, in Baltimore. Panelists included John Brothers, President of T. Rowe Price Foundation and T. Rowe Price Program for Charitable Giving, and Franklyn Baker, chief executive of United Way of Central Maryland.
    Anthony Santander gets a taste of home as his parents join him for Orioles postseason
    Anthony Santander is a good son, but even good sons forget to call home every so often.
    Baltimore Orioles right fielder Anthony Santander (25) points to the sky as he rounds the bases after homering in game one of the American League Divisional Series against the Texas Rangers at Camden Yards on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023.
    Three things that need to go right for the Orioles to stay alive in the ALDS
    Surviving another day in the ALDS will demand stronger pitching for the Orioles if they want to avoid elimination.
    Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle shows his frustration against the Texas Rangers in Game 2 of the ALDS at Camden Yards.
    Ravens film study: Dropped passes hurt in Pittsburgh. So did these crucial plays.
    If Ravens QB Lamar Jackson's fourth-quarter interception looked questionable, at best, there’s probably a good reason for that.
    Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (89) drops the ball with Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) following close behind at Acrisure Stadium, in Pittsburgh, PA Sunday, October 8, 2023.
    Lacrosse among new sports recommended for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
    The International Olympic Committee event will vote on the proposal in Mumbai, India, next week.
    The International Olympic Committee event will vote on the proposal for final approval at meetings in Mumbai, India, that begin next week.
    The Orioles are in an ALDS bind. Aaron Hicks knows what it takes for an improbable turnaround.
    Aaron Hicks was a member of the 2017 New York Yankees team that overcame a 0-2 ALDS deficit. Now with the Orioles, he hopes for the same turnaround.
    Baltimore Orioles center fielder Aaron Hicks (34) takes off to first base after connecting with a pitch in the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023.
    Ravens Reality Check: Lamar’s contract? Rugby balls? Talking heads have no idea what went wrong in Pittsburgh
    Lamar Jackson overpaid? Rugby balls caused the drops? The Ravens screwed up plenty on Sunday, but naturally a lot of people breaking it down fixated on very weird things.
    Steelers' #90m T.J. Watt sacked Ravens Lamar Jackson witn .15 second to play in thge game sealing a 17-10 Steeler victory Sunday Oct. 8th, 2023 at Arcisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA.
    Orioles’ closer Félix Bautista has successful Tommy John surgery, expected back in 2025
    Félix Bautista, the Orioles’ All-Star closer, had Tommy John reconstructive surgery on Monday, the Orioles announced. It was performed by Dr. Keith Meister.
    Felix Bautista, No. 74 of the Baltimore Orioles, walks to the clubhouse after being injured on a pitch against the Colorado Rockies during the ninth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Aug. 25, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.
    With concerns for his family in Israel, Orioles turn to Dean Kremer for Game 3 of ALDS
    Orioles manager Brandon Hyde announced Monday that 27-year-old Dean Kremer will start Game 3 of the American League Division Series on Tuesday.
    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Dean Kremer (64) pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023.
    John Means’ latest setback feels small to his wife, Caroline, after up-and-down journey
    Means, who won't pitch in the ALDS due to elbow pain, is the longest-tenured Orioles player, having seen the lowest of lows for the club — only to have his own skyrocketing career derailed just as the team started to win.
    Orioles pitcher John Means celebrates with teammates in the locker room after they clinched the AL East last month.
    Jon Meoli: Overcoming an 0-2 start is difficult, but here’s why there’s still a chance for the Orioles
    Only 10 MLB teams have ever recovered from losing the first two games of a five game series, but the Orioles have shown resiliency this year.
    Orioles third baseman Gunnar Henderson points to the sky after homering in Game 2 of the American League Divisional Series against the Texas Rangers at Camden Yards on Sunday.
    Kyle Goon: What was the most miserable Baltimore sports moment this weekend? There are too many to chose from.
    The Orioles and the Ravens made us feel bad this weekend. Let's deal with it by ranking how bad each bad thing felt.
    “Fired Up Guy” Merrill Heim pumps up the crowd during Game 2 of the American League Division Series between the Orioles and Texas Rangers on Sunday.
    Jon Meoli: The Orioles’ late comeback in Sunday’s loss just adds to the feeling they shouldn’t have been in that spot
    The Orioles’ plans have worked out so often this year. They didn’t in several ways on Sunday.
    Orioles pitcher Jacob Webb walks back to the mound after allowing Mitch Garver's grand slam in the third inning of the Rangers' 11-8 win in Game 2 of the American League Division Series.
    Over-reliance on his inaccurate fastball turns Grayson Rodriguez’s first postseason start into a nightmare
    The story of Rodriquez's season has been learning to pitch against top talent, and he found success by throwing fastballs for strikes to set up his secondary pitches. But he wasn't accurate enough Sunday, and his plan fell apart.
    Orioles pitcher Grayson Rodriguez walks to the dugout after being pulled in the second inning against the Texas Rangers in Game 2 of the ALDS at Camden Yards.
    Orioles facing elimination after 11-8 ALDS Game 2 loss to Rangers
    The Rangers lead the best-of-5 series 2-0, and they return home with two chances to eliminate the AL East champions.
    Orioles left fielder Austin Hays watches as Rangers catcher Mitch Garver’s grand slam flies over the wall during the third inning of Game 2 of the ALDS on Sunday at Camden Yards.
    ‘Same old scenario’: Mistake-prone Ravens collapse in 4th quarter, lose stunner to Steelers
    It was another coulda-woulda-shoulda game, the stink of failure reaching into every phase of the Ravens’ afternoon.
    Steelers tight end Connor Heyward loses the ball in a crowd of Ravens defenders.
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