Jon Meoli: Adley Rutschman is too important to the Orioles for them to be ‘open-minded’ about his future
Adley Rutschman, right, and Orioles assistant hitting coach Brady North watch the first inning of Friday night’s game against the Phillies at Camden Yards.
Kyle Goon: Chris Davis’ Orioles career ended on a low. Only now can he appreciate the highs.
COLUMN | Chris Davis didn't expect to get into the Orioles Hall of Fame this soon. But he didn't appreciate his career achievements until stepping away from the game.
Former first baseman Chris Davis hit 253 home runs as a member of the Orioles.
Orioles trading Dean Kremer to Minnesota Twins for minor league outfielder
Kremer has been in the majors with the Orioles since 2020. He holds a 6.50 ERA this season.
Orioles starting pitcher Dean Kremer pitches against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning.
Never a dull moment: The Orioles sometimes drive Mike Elias ‘crazy’ too
The Orioles are only 54-56, yet they are only 1.5 games out of the final American League wild-card spot. Baltimore can at best reach .500 ahead of the trade deadline.
Pitcher Tyler Wells tosses the ball to first baseman Pete Alonso for the last out as the Orioles beat the Phillies 6-4.
Orioles and right-hander Yennier Cano agree to 2-year deal with 2029 option
Cano holds a 2.21 ERA in 36 2/3 innings this season.
Yennier Cano prepares to pitch the eighth inning against the Phillies on Friday night at Camden Yards.
Foster Griffin struggles against Braves as trade deadline nears: ‘It’s not easy, but we’re professionals’
Griffin threw five innings, allowing six runs on nine hits, with two walks and two strikeouts.
Washington Nationals second baseman José Tena, right, catches fly ball hit by Atlanta Braves catcher Joey Bart, as Nationals right fielder Dylan Crews avoids a collision during the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, July 31, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)
Maryland’s Oluchi Okananwa helping to lead unionization effort in women’s college basketball
More than 100 women’s college basketball players have teamed to form a union for college athletes, an organizing group announced Friday.
Maryland’s Oluchi Okananwa is interim president of the United College Athletes Association.
Ryan Mountcastle could be out rest of year; Adley Rutschman, Samuel Basallo progressing as hoped
The trade for Jake Rogers was not made due to injury setbacks for catchers Adley Rutschman and Samuel Basallo. Mike Elias said both catchers are progressing.
Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle, who was close to completing a lengthy rehab from a broken bone in his foot, will be out for another few months with an oblique strain.
Ravens observations: Defense strikes back in frustrating day for Lamar Jackson, offense
Ravens coach Jesse Minter has called quarterback Lamar Jackson one of the NFL’s most talented players. On Friday, Minter’s defense offered a reminder of its own considerable abilities.
Quarterback Lamar Jackson completed eight of 14 passes during 11-on-11 and seven-on-seven drills, according to an unofficial tally.
Ravens coordinators matching wits as they kick off the Jesse Minter era
The Ravens coordinators spoke for the first time in training camp, and these are the biggest takeaways from their interviews.
Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle coaches during practice at the team's NFL football training camp, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md.
Mike Locksley decries the lack of Black coaches at highest levels of football
“There is a lot of moving of the goalposts — two steps forward, one step backwards — in terms of the minorities that are leading programs,” Locksley said.
Mike Locksley has been Maryland’s head coach since 2019.
Maryland Stadium Authority picks DC mayor’s adviser as executive director
It’s been a period of change for the authority. In addition to Michael Frenz’s retirement, longtime executive Terry Hasseltine, who spearheaded the state’s sports tourism arm, exited his position in December without explanation.
The Maryland Stadium Authority logo is seen on a lectern inside the Camden Yards warehouse boardroom on Monday, December 18, 2023.
Nationals’ Chris Hacopian path to the pros began in his dad’s training facility in Gaithersburg
“He’s been training to be a pro since middle school, honestly,” said Pat Skellchock, Chris Hacopian’s coach at Winston Churchill High School in Potomac.
Washington Nationals first-round draft pick Chris Hacopian speaks as he is introduced to the media at an MLB baseball news conference in Washington, Friday, July 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Jon Meoli: Chris Davis returns as Orioles honor a past that haunts the present
Chris Davis returns to Baltimore at an inauspicious time.
Chris Davis twice led the American League in home runs and once in RBIs as a member of the Orioles.
Nationals begin final series before trade deadline with loss to Braves
Jake Irvin’s performance was uneven in the Nationals’ 5-4 loss. He allowed five runs on three hits with two walks and a strikeout.
Washington Nationals pitcher Jake Irvin reacts in between pitches to an Atlanta Braves batter during the sixth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)
Orioles acquire Jake Rogers, adding catching depth with Rutschman and Basallo out
Baltimore has two catchers currently active: Yohel Pozo and Chadwick Tromp.
Detroit Tigers catcher Jake Rogers looks on during the sixth inning of a game against the Houston Astros on June 17.
Ravens observations: Rookie Ja’Kobi Lane introduces himself with leaping catch
When the Ravens selected wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane in the third round of the draft, general manager Eric DeCosta envisioned a player who could bring something different to the offense.
The Ravens believe Ja’Kobi Lane has the size and ball skills to make contested catches.
Mexican, Colombian men’s soccer teams to meet in September friendly in Baltimore
The Mexican and Colombian men’s national soccer teams will meet in a September friendly in Baltimore, the teams announced Thursday.
M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore hosted a soccer match between D.C. United and Inter Miami earlier this year.
Why the Commanders are resisting calls to add a receiver — for now
Why hasn’t Washington bought an insurance package at receiver yet? It needs time, not reinforcements.
Commanders receiver Jaylin Lane caught 16 passes in 15 games during his rookie season in 2025.
Maryland closes deal with 1/ST Racing to buy Preakness name
The purchase comes six weeks after Gov. Wes Moore’s administration first sought to buy the branding — exercising its first right of refusal in matching an offer from racing industry giant Churchill Downs Inc.
A new barn is framed on the footprint of the former Stakes Barn at Pimlico Race Course.
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