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    Ryan Mountcastle continues hitting dingers in Toronto, pushes Orioles to series-opening win
    Mountcastle now has 15 career home runs against the Blue Jays, five more than against any other team. Also: Yennier Cano's scoreless streak was snapped at 21 2/3 innings.
    Anthony Santander #25 of the Baltimore Orioles drinks from a funnel after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on May 19, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
    First Mission scratched from Preakness field day before race
    Maryland’s premier race sees its field cut to seven, as one of the top contenders is ruled out by Pimlico veterinarian with an unspecified left hind leg issue.
    Trainer Brad Cox reacts to the timed workout for First Mission on track during morning workouts at Pimlico Race Course as horses prepare for the Preakness Stakes in Baltimore, Maryland on May 17, 2023. First Mission was scratched from the Preakness Friday morning and sent to Rood and Riddle Equine for physical evaluation.
    Jon Meoli: The Orioles have alternatives at shortstop, so how long can they wait for Jorge Mateo to get hot again?
    Mateo has gone from one of the best hitters in baseball in April to one of the worst in May. He's struggled through injury but has also shown inconsistency before. The win-now Orioles might need to make a change.
    Baltimore Orioles shortstop Jorge Mateo (3) removes his helmet during an inning change during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays in Baltimore on Monday, May 8. The Rays and Orioles played the first game of a series on Monday.
    Orioles players are wearing NHL and NBA jerseys on their “theme” road trips. They explain their picks.
    Some players made their selections based on where they grew up. Others opted for players they used in video games.
    A close-up view shows the jersey of Riley Sheahan #15 of the Seattle Kraken as he waits for a faceoff during the second period against the Vegas Golden Knights during the Kraken's inaugural regular-season game at T-Mobile Arena on October 12, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
    Kyle Goon: Coffeewithchris’ Preakness bid gives Maryland training family hope for the ride of a lifetime
    Maryland's hopes for the first state-bred champion since 1983 rest on Coffeewithchris, born in Woodbine and trained in Laurel. The long shot also represents a chance for the Salzman family to have a moment in the spotlight amid a business that is shifting around them.
    Coffeewithchris wins the Miracle Wood Stakes at Laurel Park in February 2023.
    Kia, Hyundai reach a $200 million settlement in response to lawsuit on thefts
    Experts, prosecutors and local jurisdictions have said the lack of an anti-theft immobilizer in the affected models has allowed for the cars to be stolen with as little as a screwdriver and a USB cord.
    Kia dealership, Owings Mills.
    Stronach CEO says plan is ‘to concentrate on Pimlico’ as primary track
    Stronach CEO Aidan Butler said having two tracks in Maryland doesn’t make a lot of sense. “Personally, if I were to rebuild one, I’d rather rebuild Pimlico,” he said.
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    Preakness betting guide: Our pick for a winner (and advice on hitting that lucrative exacta)
    Although the Kentucky Derby unexpectedly turned into a sizzling speed duel among several horses, the Preakness looks — on paper — to be a more sedate affair in the early going. Bet accordingly.
    Mage works out Wednesday with exercise rider J.J. Delgado at Pimlico Race Course, Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
    Orioles keep fighting but lose to Angels — and in this new era, that sort of loss hurts
    Win as often as the Orioles have of late, and losses like Thursday’s feel even worse.
    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Tyler Wells (68) reacts to Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout (27) rounding the bases after homering in a game at Camden Yards on Wednesday, May 17. It was the fourth game of a series in the regular season.
    Preakness Stakes weather forecast: Rain possible in Baltimore this weekend
    As of Tuesday afternoon, there is a 50% chance of rain showers during the day Saturday.
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    Preakness 2023: Analysis of every horse in the race
    It first appeared that Mage’s job of defending his Triple Crown chances wouldn’t be getting any easier at Preakness, but some twists in the plan have knocked out strong contenders and left Mage as the only Derby runner to wheel back.
    Sunrise training at Pimlico Race Course, Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
    Ravens will host Commanders in joint training camp practices
    The Ravens and Commanders will practice in Owings Mills on Aug. 15-Aug. 16, then meet at FedEx Field in Landover on Aug. 21.
    Head coach John Harbaugh and Executive Vice President and General Manager Eric DeCosta of the Baltimore Ravens watch play during training camp at Under Armour Performance Center Baltimore Ravens on July 28, 2021 in Owings Mills, Maryland.
    The Baltimore Banner honors 12 Emerging Leaders at inaugural event
    The inaugural event was created to shine a light on the next generation of community leaders under the age of 40 who are making an impact on Baltimore and beyond.
    Honorees gather at The Baltimore Banner's Emerging Leaders Dinner in Baltimore.
    The Ravens’ edge rushers have star potential. After a down season, hopes are high again.
    The Ravens finished sixth in the NFL last year in sacks (48) despite limited production from their outside linebackers, especially late in the season.
    CINCINNATI, OHIO - JANUARY 15: Odafe Oweh #99 of the Baltimore Ravens sacks Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals during the second quarter in the AFC Wild Card playoff game at Paycor Stadium on January 15, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
    Kyle Bradish shuts down the team that drafted him; O’s beat Angels 3-1
    Against a lineup with two superstars in it, allowing just one run against the team that drafted him in Baltimore's 3-1 victory was more than satisfactory for Kyle Bradish.
    Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish (39) delivers a pitch in a game against the Los Angeles Angels at Camden Yards on Wednesday, May 17. It was the third game of a series in the regular season/
    7 Preakness storylines: The Derby winner is finally here again, but will the crowds return?
    This will be the first year since 2018 that the Kentucky Derby winner has a chance to win Preakness and head to Belmont with a shot at the Triple Crown.
    Mage is bathed after morning training at Pimlico Race Course, Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
    Yennier Cano was exiled from baseball in Cuba. How he found his way to the O’s and became one of MLB’s best.
    Yennier Cano wanted to walk away. Eventually, the Cuban government kept him away. He fought through to become one of Major League Baseball's most remarkable stories.
    Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Yennier Cano (78) hugs catcher Adley Rutschman (35) after securing the final out to win a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Camden Yards on Wednesday, May 10. The Orioles beat the Rays, 2-1, to win the 3-game series.
    Kyle Goon: How a ‘gut decision’ in Timonium is paying off handsomely for the owners of Preakness favorite Mage
    Last year in Timonium, a group of owners went over budget and spent $290,000 in an auction for a 2-year-old horse on a “gut decision.” That horse was Mage, now a Kentucky Derby winner whose success may herald a great racing line under Good Magic, who sired three of the eight horses in this year’s Preakness.
    Mage, ridden by jockey Javier Castellano, crosses the finish line to win the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby.
    Jon Meoli: Checking in on the Orioles’ 2022 college draftees Dylan Beavers, Max Wagner, and Jud Fabian at Aberdeen
    The Orioles selected three college players on the first day of the MLB draft last year, and all three are now trying to adjust to High-A ball at Aberdeen.
    Aberdeen IronBirds outfielder Dylan Beavers (23) breaks his bat while swinging at a pitch 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.
    The Dish: Hungry at the airport? Here are BWI’s best places to eat.
    With generous portions of Old Bay, these Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport restaurants offer a taste of Maryland.
    Maryland restaurant Phillips Seafood has a branch at BWI.
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