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    How Orioles pitcher Cole Irvin and his wife ended up with an unexpected foal
    Irvin and his wife, Kristen Beat, have rescued and fostered dogs, but were met with an unusual request earlier this year: Did they want to save a mare scheduled to be killed?
    Hope, a mare rescued by Orioles pitcher Cole Irvin and his wife Kristen Beat, watches over her yet-to-be-named foal. (Photo courtesy of Kristen Beat)
    The Terps need Ja’Quan Sheppard to replace lost talent at cornerback
    Ja’Quan Sheppard is arguably the Terps’ biggest incoming transfer at a position of need, and so far he’s living up to the hype.
    Maryland defensive back Ja’Quan Sheppard lines up against Towson in an NCAA football game Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, in College Park.
    Austin Hays powers Orioles to 10-3 win, series sweep of Angels
    Hays went 4-for-4 with four RBIs, and Kyle Gibson had a solid start as he makes his case to be including in the post-season rotation.
    Austin Hays of the Baltimore Orioles celebrates a run against the Los Angeles Angels in the third inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on September 06, 2023 in Anaheim, California.
    Which Ravens are primed for a breakout season? Here’s what 12 players think.
    “I’m actually trying to keep them under the radar,” quarterback Lamar Jackson said, “but I feel like we got a great group of guys.”
    Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) throws a pass during warmups of a preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.
    The heat Wednesday broke a 40-year-old record
    It reached 99 degrees Wednesday afternoon, a single degree above the previous high for Sept. 6 set in 1983.
    Nevaeh Stimak, 13, of Ohio, plays at the splash pad at West Shore Park in Baltimore, Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.
    Ravens TE Mark Andrews returns to practice ahead of opener; CB Marlon Humphrey still out
    Andrews hadn’t practiced since before the Ravens’ Aug. 21 preseason game against the Commanders, sidelined by an undisclosed injury.
    CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 17: Mark Andrews #89 of the Baltimore Ravens stiff arms Grant Delpit #22 of the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio.
    Orioles may need to rely more on relievers like Jacob Webb down the stretch
    In the month since joining Baltimore, Jacob Webb has quickly vaulted into a high-leverage role for the best team in the American League.
    Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Jacob Webb (66) pitches during his debut as an Oriole during a baseball game against the Houston Astros at Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore on Aug. 9, 2023.
    Jon Meoli: Inside how the Orioles’ minor league pitching program is developing major league arms
    There’s no blanket skill set the Orioles seek, but there are plenty of common traits among their top pitching prospects.
    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez (30) pitches in the second inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros at Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore on Aug. 8, 2023.
    Shintaro Fujinami seizes the moment in 5-4 win in 10 innings against the Angels
    Shintaro Fujinami unleashed a fist pump when his final strike blew by Nolan Schanuel to secure Baltimore’s 5-4 win against the Los Angeles Angels in 10 innings.
    Shintaro Fujinami, No. 14, and Adley Rutschman, No. 35, of the Baltimore Orioles celebrate a win against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on Sept. 5, 2023 in Anaheim, California.
    Detectives pursue leads in Los Angeles, Chicago in Rachel Morin homicide investigation
    Detectives investigating the slaying of Rachel Morin near a wooded trail in Bel Air last month uncovered information in Los Angeles that led them to Chicago, Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler said.
    The loved ones of Rachel Morin last month taped photos of her to trees and laid flowers on the grounds of the Ma & Pa Trail where she was found deceased.
    Baltimore County reaches agreement with DOJ over sexual harassment in fire department
    The Department of Justice and Baltimore County reached an agreement over alleged sexual harassment in the county’s fire department.
    Seal of Baltimore County, Maryland.
    As fans shell out for the Boss, the Orioles will get to keep the profits
    When Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band play at Oriole Park on Saturday, the Orioles will be keeping the revenues after the Maryland Stadium Authority opted out of their contractual share. It could be a sign of how the Orioles and the stadium authority will operate when a new lease gets done.
    Bruce Springsteen performed the first concert at CFG Bank Arena post renovations on April 7, 2023. Springsteen performs at Camden Yards on Saturday.
    State board says BGE cannot require gas regulators outside homes
    The Public Service Commission decided that residents could choose whether the regulators, which maintain a set pressure in a gas system, can be located outside or inside their homes.
    BGE gas regulator
    Predicting the Ravens’ 2023 season: A playoff breakthrough? A career year for Lamar Jackson?
    The Ravens have made a habit lately of defying conventional prognostications. Here are 10 predictions anyway.
    Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) throws a pass during warmups of a preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles at M&T Bank Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.
    Analysis: Jackson Holliday is one step away from the majors. Could he arrive this season?
    The No. 1 prospect in baseball is heading to Triple-A. Could a promotion to Baltimore be in the cards?
    Aberdeen IronBirds shortstop Jackson Holliday (11) throws to first base in a game against the Hudson Valley Renegades at Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium on Tuesday, May 9. This game against the Renegades was Jackson Holliday’s home debut for the IronBirds.
    Embroiled in a tight race, Orioles extend lead by beating Angels
    Grayson Rodriguez holds off the Angels while Gunnar Henderson homers to push Baltimore to a win in the series opener. The Orioles are now 3.5 games ahead of the Rays.
    Grayson Rodriguez #30 of the Baltimore Orioles after the third out in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on September 04, 2023 in Anaheim, California.
    Ravens TE Mark Andrews not at practice ahead of season opener
    Only Mark Andrews and cornerback Marlon Humphrey missed practice on Monday.
    CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 17: Mark Andrews #89 of the Baltimore Ravens stiff arms Grant Delpit #22 of the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio.
    Ravens film study: What you should know about Todd Monken’s offense, from A (Air Raid) to Z (zone reads)
    As a new era of Ravens offense begins, here’s a refresher course on what Monken brings to the team and its scheme.
    Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken talks to reporters during his team's NFL football training camp, Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023, in Owings Mills, Md.
    Terps come out of opening win with a list of things to fix, despite lopsided win
    Let’s get our magnifying glasses out and nitpick Maryland's 38-6 victory over Towson.
    The Terps are going to need their offensive line to do a better job of protecting Taulia Tagovailoa than it did in the opening game against Towson on Saturday. (Kirk McKoy/The Baltimore Banner)
    Ramón Urías celebrates his family and Mexican heritage at game in Arizona
    Orioles third baseman Ramón Urías poses with his family after receiving his 2022 Gold Glove award before a home game in April. Urías' parents got to see him play again Saturday in Arizona.
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