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CIAA tournament: Virginia State looks to repeat thanks to key contributions from Maryland natives
Virginia State players celebrate after defeating Bluefield State in the CIAA men’s final college basketball game, Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025, in Baltimore, Md.
3 takeaways from what Eric DeCosta and Jesse Minter said at the NFL combine
The Baltimore Ravens still plan to go “BPA” with their strategy (picking the “best player available” on the board). They also plan to build from the trenches.
Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta, left, and head coach Jesse Minter at a press conference at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis on Tuesday.
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.
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.
Defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike’s health status will make a difference in how much the Ravens can afford in free agency and how badly they need a pass rusher.
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.
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.
Oluchi Okananwa scores 26 points as No. 14 Maryland women rout Purdue 99-66
Six players scored in double figures to lift the Terps to their fifth straight victory.
Maryland’s Oluchi Okananwa, pictured against NC State, scored 26 points Sunday against Purdue.
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.
US beats Canada for first men’s hockey gold at the Olympics since 1980
Jack Hughes scored in overtime and the U.S. defeated Canada 2-1 in the gold medal final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Sunday to earn the nation’s third men’s title at the Games and its first since the “Miracle on Ice” in 1980.
United States' Kyle Connor (81), Zach Werenski (8), Jack Hughes (86) and Clayton Keller (91) react after receiving their gold medals after the United States defeated Canada in the men's ice hockey gold medal game at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Milan, Italy, Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.
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.
Andre Mills scores 21 to lead Maryland to 64-60 win over Washington
Mills was coming off a career-high 39 points against Northwestern on Wednesday.
Andre Mills, shown against UNLV, scored 21 points to lead Maryland against Washington on Saturday.
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.
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.
Pete Alonso’s first spring training game shows the full spectrum of his impact
Alonso homered in his third and final at-bat, helping the Orioles open Grapefruit League play with a 2-0 win over the Yankees on Friday.
Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso celebrates with manager Craig Albernaz after homering Friday during the Orioles’ 2-0 win over the Yankees to start spring training play.
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