5 things to know about the Orioles’ 2027 schedule — assuming the season starts on time
Assuming no games are impacted because of the prolonged negotiations over a new collective bargaining agreement, the Orioles would begin the season on the road.
Orioles pitcher Trevor Rogers (28) fist bumps catcher Adley Rutschman (35) as the crowd cheers them on opening day at Camden Yards.
The tunnel that wasn’t: Inside the Baltimore Ravens’ proposal for ‘Ravens Loop’
In March, a tunnel-boring company founded by Elon Musk announced winners for a contest in which cities, organizations and individuals could pitch tunnel projects to be built on the company’s dime. Among the winners was a mysterious Baltimore project called Ravens Loop.
“WE’RE READY, ARE YOU? LET’S DIG,” reads a slide from the Ravens’ submission to the Tunnel Vision Challenge.
Defending champion Argentina reaches World Cup final by beating England 2-1
Defending champion Argentina rallied to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and reach the World Cup final.
Argentina's Lautaro Martinez (22) celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Nationals to call up top catching prospect Harry Ford after All-Star break
After struggling in April and May, the 23-year-old posted an .841 OPS in June.
Washington Nationals catching prospect Harry Ford poses with a bat on his shoulder.
Teammates again for one out, Adley Rutschman and Bryan Baker soak in All-Star Game
"It’s just a special, special moment to be embraced. Love Bake,” Rutschman said. “And to be able to catch him again is awesome.”
Bryan Baker of the Tampa Bay Rays and Adley Rutschman of the Baltimore Orioles embrace after the ninth inning of the 2026 MLB All-Star Game.
All-Star week was a dream for baseball fans. The labor debate is their looming nightmare.
On Dec. 1, the current collective bargaining agreement will expire, and a lockout is expected to ensue.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred answers questions during a news conference at the winter meetings last December.
Nationals’ Foster Griffin records clean inning in All-Star debut: ‘It’s unbelievable’
“I just wanted to more than anything go out there, throw strikes, let them swing the bat,” Griffin said of his All-Star experience.
Nationals left-hander Foster Griffin throws a pitch during the fifth inning of the 2026 MLB All-Star Game.
All-Star Game is a reminder of how much the Nationals are still benefiting from the Juan Soto trade
CJ Abrams and James Wood have been the driving forces behind the Nationals’ high-powered offense.
Nationals' James Wood, right, celebrates with teammate CJ Abrams, left, after scoring during the third inning of a game against the Orioles on June 28.
3 big questions the Commanders must answer in training camp
The Washington Commanders are hoping for a major course correction in 2026.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels looks on from the sidelines after leaving a game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium in December.
3 big questions the Ravens must answer in training camp
The Ravens’ offseason has been quiet. Perhaps too quiet. Can they get a deal done with a center? Re-sign Lamar Jackson? And what about Nnamdi Madubuike?
Will star quarterback Lamar Jackson sign a contract extension?
Dylan Cease, bullpen combine on 3-hitter in AL’s 4-0 win, first All-Star shutout since 2013
Cody Bellinger hit a two-run single and Ben Rice followed with an RBI single in the first against Cristopher Sánchez of the host Philadelphia Phillies.
Fireworks explode during the MLB baseball All-Star Game between the American League and National League on July 14.
Adley Rutschman coy on Orioles extension talks, but makes one thing clear: ‘I love Baltimore’
Rutschman said he did not know if his agent and the Orioles have had talks around a new contract.
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) is due to become a free agent after the 2027 season unless he reaches a new deal.
Spain advances to World Cup final with 2-0 win over France
Spain's Mikel Oyarzabal scores the opening goal from the penalty spot past France goalkeeper Mike Maignan during the World Cup semifinal soccer match.
Changes to the Laurel Park racetrack leave community funding in question
As the races prepare to leave Laurel Park, the community worries that a fund for local nonprofits may leave with it.
Maryland plans to transition Laurel Park into a horse training center.
After his most trying year in baseball, Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman is an All-Star once again
Rutschman finished last season with a .220 average and .673 on-base-plus-slugging percentage in a career-low 90 games. During the first half this year, Rutschman is hitting .253 with a .763 OPS. A trip to Philadelphia was his reward.
Catcher Adley Rutschman poses for a portrait during the Baltimore Orioles media day during spring training.
For Nationals lefty Foster Griffin, getting All-Star nod still feels ‘surreal’
For Griffin, each stellar start this season was followed by doubts. Is his production sustainable? The left-hander has quieted the chatter as he takes his place among the game’s best.
Washington Nationals' Foster Griffin speaks with members of the media during the MLB baseball All-Star Week on Monday.
Jon Meoli: The Orioles went against type in the draft. The risk involved might inform their deadline plans.
Look at all the big trades and big contracts the Orioles have handed out. Look at all the high school draftees they’re about to sign. There’s a risk tolerance here that we haven’t seen before.
Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias, left, observes batting practice ahead of a spring training game against the New York Yankees in February.
Bryce Harper is no longer DC’s darling, but he looks back fondly on 2018 Derby and his Nationals career
Harper crushed nine home runs in a span of 10 swings in the final minute, then went on to win the Home Run Derby at Nationals Park.
Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper speaks with members of the media during the MLB baseball All-Star Week on Monday.
Orioles’ Blaze Alexander responds to Royals regarding quick-pitch tactic that broke his hand
Blaze Alexander responded to a postgame comment from a Royals player, calling Vinnie Pasquantino’s statement a “weird take.”
Orioles' Blaze Alexander jogs to home plate to score on a home run hit by Leody Taveras in Sunday's game against the Royals.
CJ Abrams, James Wood take a new approach to ward off second-half slump
The Nationals stars are staying later than ever to get treatment on their bodies.
James Wood, CJ Abrams and Foster Griffin of the Washington Nationals are presented with All-Star Game jerseys by television personality Bill Nye before Sunday’s game against the New York Yankees at Nationals Park.
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