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    Ryan Helsley’s first Orioles spring training appearance featured a new pitch
    Ryan Helsley, the new Orioles closer, added a splitter to his arsenal this winter. On Tuesday, Helsley tested it against an opponent for the first time.
    Pitcher Ryan Helsley exits the field after throwing live batting practice ahead of a Spring Training game against the New York Yankees in Sarasota, Florida, last week.
    Confirmation of Moore’s transportation secretary on hold over Baltimore transit funding
    State lawmakers held off on confirming Gov. Wes Moore’s nominee for transportation secretary Monday evening over funding for Baltimore’s public transit system.
    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and state officials discuss preparations for an upcoming snow storm at the State house on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.
    Why haven’t the Orioles tried to extend Trevor Rogers? | Banner Baseball Show
    Rogers is set to become a free agent after the 2026 season.
    Ravens GM hopes to ‘get something done’ with pending free agent Tyler Linderbaum
    At the NFL scouting combine, Ravens GM Eric DeCosta said Tyler Linderbaum has “proven to be, in my opinion, the best center in the league.”
    Center Tyler Linderbaum will be one of the NFL’s most coveted free agents if he does not sign a new deal with the Ravens.
    Ravens GM Eric DeCosta offers update on Lamar Jackson extension talks
    The Ravens must free up cap space ahead of free agency. Lamar Jackson is key to that.
    PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 04: Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens walks off the field after a loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on January 04, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
    Meet the next Latin American prospect who could make a big impact for the Orioles
    He could rise quickly after a strong stint at Double-A to close out last season.
    Baltimore Orioles second baseman Aron Estrada watches from the dugout in the first inning of a spring training game against the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Florida.
    5 positions the Ravens most need to address in the offseason
    Starting Monday, general manager Eric DeCosta and his staff will add to their evaluations of draft-available players as the NFL combine opens in Indianapolis.
    Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike (92) walks off the field after he and the team lost their home opener against the Las Vegas Raiders at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Sunday, September 15, 2024.
    The Nationals’ rotation could be led by 2 pitchers out to prove they belong
    Their timelines were different, yet Cade Cavalli’s and Josiah Gray’s recoveries from Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery were linked almost immediately.
    The Nationals’ Josiah Gray, left, and Cade Cavalli have both undergone Tommy John elbow reconstruction surgery.
    Cade Povich’s newest slider, dubbed a gyro, could lead the Orioles pitcher to more consistency
    The Orioles left-hander was especially susceptible when he was behind in the count the last two years, because batters knew what was coming.
    Cade Povich posted a 5.21 ERA in 112 1/3 innings last season.
    List: Maryland schools announce Monday delays, closures amid winter storm
    A storm forecasters predict will dump 3-6 inches of snow across parts of Maryland is expected to disrupt schools, universities and other essential services.
    A storm forecasters predict will dump 3-6 inches of snow across parts of Maryland is expected to disrupt schools, universities and other essential services.
    CIAA men’s basketball: What you need to know about the teams
    A look at the team’s playing in the CIAA men’s basketball tournament at CFG Bank Arena.
    Bluefield State guard Rell Williams (1) drives to the basket for a lay up during the second half of the CIAA men’s final college basketball game against Virginia State, Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025, in Baltimore, Md.
    CIAA women’s basketball: What you need to know about the teams
    A look at the team’s playing in the CIAA women’s basketball tournament at CFG Bank Arena.
    Lincoln University’s Hunter Conway goes up for a shot against Virginia State during the 2025 CIAA tournament.
    Gov. Moore declares state of emergency in Maryland as winter storm intensifies
    Maryland Gov. Wes Moore warned of poor travel conditions and life-threatening conditions as a winter storm sweeping the East Coast threatened to bring inches of snow and blizzard conditions to some parts of the state.
    Snow plows stand at the ready Sunday evening on Charles Street near Baltimore's Wyman Park Dell on Sunday evening.
    Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg on his elbow injury: It ‘wears on you mentally’
    Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg told reporters Sunday he felt frustration over the partial tear of his ulnar collateral ligament. He received a platelet-rich-plasma injection Friday in an attempt to avoid elbow surgery and is likely out until the end of April, at least.
    Orioles infielder Jordan Westburg runs drills on the first day of spring training at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Fla.
    The CIAA basketball tournament returns this week. Here’s what you need to know.
    Several local athletes will look to win a championship at CFC Bank Arena.
    Fayetteville State forward Talia Trotter (30) goes to the basket and attempts a lay up against Virginia State forward Tanayja London (4) during the first half of the CIAA women’s final college basketball game, Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025, in Baltimore, Md.
    3-8 inches of snow expected Sunday in Baltimore region as preparations begin
    Don’t let the warm Saturday weather fool you. Snow and high winds are on their way to the Baltimore region on Sunday and Monday.
    Snow is on its way to Maryland, though it is expected to be less impactful than the winter storm in January.
    With a ‘death ball,’ Orioles pitching prospect Trey Gibson makes his mark
    Trey Gibson showcased his “death ball” — which is listed as a slider on Statcast’s pitch log — during three scoreless innings for the Orioles on Friday.
    Trey Gibson, pitching during workouts on the second day of Orioles spring training, had a 4.26 ERA in 120 1/3 innings in the minor leagues last season.
    78-year-old pedestrian dies after car crash in Dundalk
    Mark Hoerner, 78, was found by police Friday beneath a vehicle after a crash at the intersection of Merritt Boulevard and Wise Avenue.
    A Baltimore County police vehicle’s lights flash while parked outside of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
    Baltimore liquor board reinstates some evening inspections after lawmakers raise concerns
    The Baltimore City Liquor License Board walked back changes that eliminated most evening inspections after lawmakers expressed concern in a letter this month.
    A wide selection of liquors
    Without Jordan Westburg, Orioles lean on infield depth and believe in Coby Mayo
    Mayo started at third base in Friday’s Grapefruit League opener, and he has played the position throughout practices.
    Orioles third baseman Coby Mayo, at left during Friday’s spring training game against the Yankees, is likely to see increased playing time because of Jordan Westburg’s injury.
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