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Sig Mejdal changing roles in Orioles front office, will no longer oversee analytics
Mejdal, one of president of baseball operations Mike Elias’ trusted lieutenants, will oversee emerging technologies and innovative practices.
Ravens’ Zay Flowers doubtful for Saints game; 3 starters questionable
The Ravens ruled out linebacker Teddye Buchanan, who is coming back from an ACL tear, and defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike, who is recovering from a neck injury.
Ravens vs. Saints: 5 things to watch, including Rashod Bateman, Chris Olave and home field advantage
After an impressive season-opening road win over the Indianapolis Colts, the Ravens and coach Jesse Minter are looking for a happy homecoming Sunday against the Saints.
Commanders vs. Cowboys: 3 things to watch, including Jayden Daniels settling in and danger in the secondary
The Commanders are undermanned against the Cowboys’ star-studded roster, with a dozen players missing practice or limited this week due to injury.
Kyle Goon: The Orioles were right to pick Pete Alonso as their star. He’s already one of us.
COLUMN | His production as a hitter and a solid-fielding first baseman is one thing. But Pete Alonso’s acceptance of being a face of the franchise and off-field philanthropist cements how right the Orioles were to sign him.
Jon Meoli: Not many players singularly define an era of Orioles baseball. Trey Mancini did.
COLUMN | Trey Mancini really defined the era between the two defining eras of the last 15 years here — the Buck Showalter peak and the Hyde Peak — and the opportunities to celebrate that aren’t going to be frequent.
Terry McLaurin was nearly absent from the season opener. How will the Commanders respond?
The Commanders said they would build an offense around their star receiver. One week in, they’ve reversed course.
In a game of routines, Orioles relievers turn little things into fun moments
The Orioles' bullpen pitchers like to keep things loose. They snake through the outfield in a single-file line. They play bocce. Those light moments help with what can be a high-intensity job.
Declan Doyle never stopped learning. Now he’s the Ravens’ hot-shot offensive coordinator.
Doyle was determined to coach, eager to learn. He landed jobs with some of the brightest minds in football. At each stop, he impressed with his desire to grow as a coach and process information.
Expert predictions for Ravens vs. Saints: Will Baltimore win home opener?
The Ravens will face the New Orleans Saints on Sunday in their home opener. Here are game predictions from The Banner’s sports staff.
Alex Ovechkin says he’s ‘for peace and love’ after appearing in ad for Putin-aligned party
Ovechkin said he did not hesitate to participate in the ad.
“They asked me to do that. I say yes,” he said. ”So it’s as simple as that.”
Can the Ravens offense produce without Zay Flowers? | Banner Ravens Podcast
If Flowers is unavailable Sunday, who will step up?
Get the gross-looking sundae at M&T Bank Stadium this Ravens season
Flamin’ Hot Cheeto burgers and barbecue sundaes: The Ravens and Levy Restaurants gave us an exclusive preview of the new dishes coming to M&T Bank Stadium this season.
Rare Ravens-Orioles doubleheader sets up Sunday grid-flock downtown
Roughly 100,000 people are expected to descend on the Camden Yards Sports Complex on Sunday for a rarity: a Ravens and Orioles home doubleheader.
Jon Meoli: Pete Alonso has given the Orioles his best. They’re on the verge of wasting it.
COLUMN | Pete Alonso is giving the Orioles more than they could have asked for. They need to play perfect baseball for the next nine games and get a lot of help to not completely waste it.
Kyle Goon: Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark teamed up for gold. Can the racist narratives finally end?
COLUMN | Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have long been proxies for racial tensions bubbling in women’s basketball. After they joined forces to help Team USA win gold, it’s time for fans to start listening to what they have to say about their rivalry.
3 Orioles hit homers in back-to-back games, leading to win vs. Mets
A power display helped the Orioles complete a three-game sweep in New York.
For Nationals, ‘a good problem to have’ as injured pitchers near return
Washington is getting encouraging reports on DJ Herz, Josiah Gray and Connelly Early, all of whom are nearing a return to the majors.
Ravens rookie wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane heads to injured reserve
With Lane sidelined and Zay Flowers considered day-to-day, the Ravens will need their receiving corps to step up in Sunday’s home opener against the New Orleans Saints.
