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Analysis: By missing out on Framber Valdez, the Orioles risk sullying a productive offseason
Two sources said Baltimore has been engaged with Zac Gallen this winter, and Gallen could be a strong bounce-back candidate after posting the worst season of his career.
Framber Valdez pitches for the Houston Astros in the fourth inning against the Seattle Mariners on Sept. 20, 2025.
Last weekend’s loss was just the latest blowout in a miserable season for Maryland
At this point, Maryland fans can be forgiven if the losses start blending together.
Maryland coach Buzz Williams watches during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, in East Lansing, Mich.
Okananwa’s 23 points help No. 22 Maryland women upset No. 12 Michigan State women 86-70
Maryland (18-6, 6-6 Big Ten) led 43-33 at halftime and broke the game open in the third quarter.
Oluchi Okananwa of Maryland, pictured against NC State, led the Terps with 23 points Wednesday night in a win at Michigan State.
Jon Meoli: FanGraphs’ projections for the 2026 Orioles make one thing clear
COLUMN | Jon Meoli dug into FanGraphs’ projections for the 2026 Orioles, and came away thinking the team needs one more piece.
Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias looks on at the introductory press conference for first baseman Pete Alonso on Dec. 12, 2025.
How Baltimore is melting mountains of snow
Standing roughly 10 feet tall and spanning a couple of acres, the undulating assemblage of snow near M&T Bank Stadium looks otherworldly.
Front end loaders dump snow and ice into a snow melter at Lot O in Baltimore, Md., on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Baltimore City has moved a large amount of snow and ice to Lot O as temperatures remain below freezing and crews work to keep streets clear.
The biggest storylines heading into Orioles spring training | Banner Baseball Show
From Craig Albernaz's first spring as manager to the O's logjam at first base.
Gunnar Henderson is one of the fastest players in MLB. He spent the offseason working to get faster.
At Tinsley Performance this winter, Gunnar Henderson set a goal with owner and trainer Cal Tinsley. He wanted to add speed.
Gunnar Henderson of the Baltimore Orioles runs as he steals second base in the eighth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays on Sept. 13, 2025.
Kyle Bradish wins arbitration case against Orioles
Bradish is poised to be a major piece of Baltimore’s rotation this season.
Orioles pitcher Kyle Bradish watches from the dugout in the third inning of a game against the Boston Red Sox on Aug. 25, 2025.
Baltimore judge issues arrest warrant for boxer Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis
Davis, 31, now of Parkland, Florida, is on probation for a hit-and-run in 2020 in Baltimore that injured four people, including a pregnant woman.
A circuit judge has issued an arrest warrant for Gervonta “Tank” Davis on claims of probation violation.
Jesse Minter is taking an unorthodox approach to building his staff | Banner Ravens Podcast
The hirings of Declan Doyle and Anthony Weaver show Minter is comfortable working with new faces.
From the locker room to the sidelines, what it’s like to be next to Jesse Minter
Jesse Minter was a rising coaching star, but he never turned that ego toward his team.
OWINGS MILLS, MARYLAND - JANUARY 29: New Baltimore Ravens head coach Jesse Minter is introduced during a news conference at Under Armour Performance Center Baltimore Ravens on January 29, 2026 in Owings Mills, Maryland.
‘Stretch’ runs, eye candy, trick plays: What Declan Doyle’s Ravens offense could look like
Under new Ravens coach Jesse Minter, Declan Doyle’s offensive schemes could be anything. Here are some clues.
Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle looks on during organized team activities on June 4, 2025.
Ravens hire Bears’ Declan Doyle as NFL’s youngest offensive coordinator
Bears coach Ben Johnson, who serves as the team’s offensive play-caller, made Doyle the NFL’s youngest offensive coordinator at age 28 last January.
Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle speaks with quarterback Caleb Williams before the game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sept. 21, 2025.
Anthony Weaver returns to Baltimore as defensive coordinator
Anthony Weaver is back.
Baltimore Ravens Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Line Anthony Weaver talks with linebacker Kyle Van Noy (50)  during the AFC divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans at M&T Bank Stadium on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024.
Kyle Goon: How Jesse Minter made the most of an ugly season at Vanderbilt
COLUMN: On an otherwise spectacular résumé, Jesse Minter’s one-year tenure as defensive coordinator of a 2-10 Vanderbilt team stands out.
Ravens president Sashi Brown, left, head coach Jesse Minter, center, and general manager Eric DeCosta take questions from reporters during Minter's introductory news conference on Jan. 29.
Michael Frenz, longtime executive director of the Maryland Stadium Authority, retiring
With the retirement of Michael Frenz, executive director of the Maryland Stadium Authority, the state has begun a nationwide search for his replacement.
Michael Frenz, speaking here at a ribbon-cutting at Montebello Elementary/Middle School in 2022, plans to retire in April.
As the Framber Valdez saga drags on, these are alternatives for the Orioles
The Orioles could benefit from another addition to their rotation.
Framber Valdez reacts while talking with fans in the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers on Sept. 15.
‘Snowtorious B.I.G.’ uses steam heat to devour snow at M&T Bank Stadium
After blizzards in 2009 and 2010, the Maryland Stadium Authority had the idea to hook up steam lines to a dumpster, then deposit snow into it. It called the apparatus “Snowtorious B.I.G.”
A snow melter tied into a steam line is seen outside M&T Bank Stadium.
Loyer scores 29 to help No. 12 Purdue snap a 3-game losing streak with a 93-63 rout of Maryland
Andre Mills scored 18 points for Maryland (8-13, 1-9 Big Ten), which continues to struggle under new coach Buzz Williams.
Isaiah Watts of Maryland drives against Gicarri Harris of Purdue on Sunday during the Boilermakers’ 93-63 win.
Ehis Etute scores career-high 26 as Oregon women take down No. 16 Maryland 68-61
The Terrapins (17-6, 5-6 Big Ten) lost their fourth consecutive game.
Oluchi Okananwa, pictured against Indiana, led the Terrapins with 27 points in Saturday’s loss to Oregon.
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