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Orioles unravel late in devastating loss to Dodgers
Closer Ryan Helsley could not hold a two-run lead in the ninth.
Starter Trey Gibson worked out of trouble and gave the Orioles a chance. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
Blake Butera’s return to Tampa gets spoiled in Nationals’ 5-2 loss
Nationals hitters started quickly but fizzled.
Washington Nationals pitcher Miles Mikolas delivers a pitch in the third inning against the Tampa Bay Rays. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
Rivalry on tap: Fans pack Australian brewery for US win over the Socceroos in World Cup
M8 Beer in South Baltimore drew a crowd for the U.S. vs. Australia World Cup match on Friday.
Australia fan Matt Ellis shows off his flag at M8 Beer in South Baltimore as the Socceroos play the U.S. in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.
US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round
The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday.
United States' Folarin Balogun (20) and Antonee Robinson (5) celebrate after scoring during the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Australia in Seattle, Friday, June 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Dylan Beavers begins rehab assignment with Chesapeake Baysox
Beavers did not record a hit in his first action since mid-May
The assignment marks Dylan Beavers’ first game action in more than five weeks and is one of the final steps before he can return to Baltimore’s active roster.
Kyle Goon: Gunnar Henderson’s greatest fault might be caring too much. It threatens the Orioles’ season.
COLUMN | Since the Orioles started taking off in 2023, there has been no player more central to their success than their All-Star shortstop. But, with his pronounced struggles to start the season, Gunnar Henderson is showing the perils of riding the emotions of every single play, and how bad ones can stack up.
The Orioles need a rebound from Gunnar Henderson to lift the team’s fortunes.
Minor league team in York, Pa. forfeits Pride Night game after some players refuse to wear special jersey
An independent minor league baseball team says it is forfeiting a game because some of its players refused to wear a special Pride Night jersey.
The Orioles handed out Pride-themed jerseys for the first 15,000 fans who arrived to Camden Yards as the Baltimore Orioles played the Texas Rangers at Orioles Park in Baltimore during Pride Night on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Orioles’ first shutout loss of the season nets a series win for the Mariners
Seattle scored all of its runs against Shane Baz in the first inning.
Leody Taveras of the Orioles steals second base during the eighth inning Thursday in Seattle.
Maryland will own Preakness brand after matching Churchill Downs’ $85 million offer
Gov. Wes Moore said in a statement that his administration has made “historic investments” to ensure the future of Maryland’s racing industry and the $85 million decision will secure a “vital asset for our state.”
Fans watch the Preakness Stakes from the apron at Laurel Park in May.
Cal Ripken Jr.’s role with the Orioles is growing beyond his part ownership
Two people with knowledge of Ripken’s role who spoke on the condition of anonymity said Ripken has increased his presence in player development, including work on fundaments, as The Athletic first reported.
Cal Ripken Jr. played for the Orioles from 1981-2001 and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007.
The best Baltimore-area bars to watch the World Cup
Baltimore was snubbed for the World Cup, but that’s not stopping local bars from embracing the most popular tournament on the planet.
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 10: Team USA players participate during a training session ahead of the 2026 World Cup at Great Sports Park on June 10, 2026 in Irvine, California.
As the Commanders break minicamp, these are Dan Quinn’s lingering concerns
Thanks to an unconventional coaching summit, the Commanders and Dan Quinn feel on schedule as minicamp ends.
Commanders head coach Dan Quinn deployed an unusual tactic to get two new play-callers up to speed.
How an Orioles hitting coach analyzes Gunnar Henderson’s trying season
In 2024, Henderson was well on his way to becoming a star. Last year was a modest step back, and this year his .706 OPS entering Wednesday is the lowest of his career.
Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson has 15 home runs and a .713 OPS.
‘He’s never going to get outworked’: How bullpen coach Dustin Glant has made an impact with the Nationals
“He loves what he does, so he’s really bought in and trying to have as much information as he possibly can to help us out,” reliever Clayton Beeter said.
Washington Nationals pitcher Miles Mikolas talks to bullpen coach Dustin Glant (68) during a spring training practice in February.
The Orioles’ bullpen is becoming an issue | Banner Baseball Show
Baltimore’s offense and starting pitching have drawn most of the criticism, but the relievers been especially leaky as of late.
Kyle Bradish spins a career-high 12 strikeouts, dazzling in Orioles’ win vs. Mariners
In his best outing of the season, Bradish showed he’s all the way back.
Kyle Bradish, with catcher Adley Rutschman, allowed one run on five hits in 7 2/3 innings Wednesday night at Seattle.
How comfortable is Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels with a new offense? It might take awhile.
After an injury-riddled 2025, one that Daniels prefers not to discuss, the Commanders star is facing more questions than he expected.
Jayden Daniels was the Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2024 but played only seven games last season because of injuries.
Meet the first Maryland native selected in the PWHL Draft
Annapolis native Lacey Eden was selected by Las Vegas with the fifth overall pick, becoming the first Maryland-born player drafted into the Professional Women’s Hockey League.
United States forward Lacey Eden skates against Canada during the first period of a women's Rivalry Series hockey game in San Jose, Calif., Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Nationals righty Zack Littell allows 4 homers, offense silenced in loss to Royals
Washington’s offense, the backbone of this team, was dominated by Royals starter Luinder Avila, who recorded two outs and allowed eight runs in his previous start against the Houston Astros.
Washington Nationals starting pitcher Zack Littell pitches in the third inning against the Kansas City Royals.
Nasim Nuñez’s strong offensive performance anchors Nationals in 6-4 win over Royals
Nasim Nuñez reached base in all four of his plate appearances, hitting two triples, earning two walks, driving in a run and scoring three more in the team’s victory.
Washington Nationals' Nasim Nuñez beats the tag by Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia for an RBI triple during the third inning.
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