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Brandon Young warms up with resistance bands during spring training in Florida.
Orioles pitcher Brandon Young reaches big leagues after extended journey
The Orioles are promoting their minor league pitcher of the year to start Saturday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.
Orioles starting pitcher Cade Povich gathers himself after allowing a three-run home run to Matt McLain during the fourth inning Friday night at Camden Yards.
Reds hit 3 home runs against Cade Povich to beat the Orioles
The left-hander allowed seven runs on six hits and five walks in 3 1/3 innings Friday night.
Grayson Rodriguez throws a bullpen session during spring training.
Orioles to get second opinion on Grayson Rodriguez’s shoulder | UPDATE
“We’ll wait for the results to come back. We’re not really sure at this point,” manager Brandon Hyde said.
Orioles pitcher Brandon Young was not selected in the abbreviated 2020 MLB draft and has undergone two elbow reconstruction surgeries.
Orioles pitching prospect Brandon Young scheduled to make MLB debut Saturday
In three starts for Triple-A Norfolk this season, Young holds a 2.76 ERA to go with 17 strikeouts in 16 1/3 innings pitched.
Scott Blewett has a career ERA of 2.08 in 34 2/3 major league innings.
Don’t blow it when pronouncing Orioles reliever Scott Blewett’s last name
It’s pronounced Blue-ETT. Not that anybody will let that stop them from making a joke.

The Banner Baseball Show

This Orioles rotation cannot survive | Banner Baseball Show
Baltimore is in dangerous territory while they wait for Grayson Rodriguez and Zach Eflin to get healthy.

Meet the team

Kyle Goon
Kyle Goon, Sports Columnist
Jon Meoli
Jon Meoli, Baltimore Orioles columnist
Andy Kostka
Andy Kostka, Orioles Beat Writer
Danielle Allentuck
Danielle Allentuck, Baltimore Orioles Reporter
Jonas Shaffer
Jonas Shaffer, Ravens Beat Writer
Giana Han
Giana Han, Baltimore Ravens Reporter
Paul Mancano
Paul Mancano, Audience Engagement Editor, Sports
Chris Korman
Chris Korman, Sports Editor
Brandon  Weigel
Brandon Weigel, Assistant Sports Editor

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Columns by Jon Meoli

Gunnar Henderson flips his bat after striking out in the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday.
Jon Meoli: Even if the Orioles get past this slow start, will fans follow suit?
Some things truly are hard to get over. And, based on the first three weeks of the season, this slow start might be harder to overcome off the field than on it.
Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson has four hits in 25 at-bats since returning from an injury suffered in spring training.
Jon Meoli: If the Orioles believe they’re better than this, they better start showing it
They don’t look like they believe they’re very good right now, and they haven’t given anyone watching many reasons to join them in that belief.
The Baltimore Orioles prepare to take the field following the National Anthem and ahead of the team’s home opening game against the Boston Red Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Inside the Dugout: The Orioles’ highs and lows so far
It’s just early in this season, for a team that — as hard as it may be to believe — is different from last year’s.

Columns by Kyle Goon

It's hard to picture Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, right, embracing Aaron Rodgers as his own quarterback.
Kyle Goon: Please, Steelers, sign Aaron Rodgers. The results would be hilarious.
The Steelers are so desperate for a quarterback that they might sign Rodgers. It would end in pain for the team — and hilarity for everyone else.
Charlie Morton surrendered five earned runs in five innings pitched against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday night.
Kyle Goon: Instead of an ace, the Orioles bought depth. That approach is hurting them.
The Orioles struck out on Corbin Burnes but, instead of grabbing up another ace, they spent their free agency on uninspiring depth pieces. The shortcomings of that strategy show up especially when Baltimore needs to rely on that depth to win.
Shyanne Sellers poses for a photo with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert after being selected with the 17th pick.
Maryland’s Shyanne Sellers selected 17th in WNBA draft by Golden State Valkyries
Four-year Terps standout will head to a new franchise out west, taken in the second round by the expansion team.

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Baltimore Ravens coverage

Baltimore Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington (29) cheers after breaking up a pass during a Thursday Night Football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., November 7, 2024.
Ar’Darius Washington closer to re-signing with Ravens after deadline passes in free agency
Although the Ravens were “fairly confident” Washington would return, they're expected to draft at least one safety next week.
Defensive backs and pass rushers the Ravens could draft | Banner Ravens Podcast
From Malaki Starks to Donovan Ezeiruaku, there are plenty of talented defensive players who could be on the board for the Ravens at No. 27 overall.
It's hard to picture Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, right, embracing Aaron Rodgers as his own quarterback.
Kyle Goon: Please, Steelers, sign Aaron Rodgers. The results would be hilarious.
The Steelers are so desperate for a quarterback that they might sign Rodgers. It would end in pain for the team — and hilarity for everyone else.
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Kristian Welch looks up at the scoreboard during an NFL football game against the Houston Texans Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Ravens free agency tracker: Baltimore loses another special teamer
With the start of the NFL’s “legal tampering” period, free agency is back. Follow all of the Ravens’ comings and goings here.
Baltimore Ravens general manager and executive vice president Eric DeCosta, right, and head coach John Harbaugh take questions from reporters at the team’s predraft news conference on Tuesday.
Ravens draft needs: Why the defense should be a priority — and where Eric DeCosta can find help
The Ravens need to find impact players at outside linebacker, cornerback and defensive line next week.

The Banner Ravens Podcast

Defensive backs and pass rushers the Ravens could draft | Banner Ravens Podcast
From Malaki Starks to Donovan Ezeiruaku, there are plenty of talented defensive players who could be on the board for the Ravens at No. 27 overall.

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Other Sports

Bluefield State forward Shainen Carter (33) dunks the ball over Virginia State center Davian Coleman (24) during the CIAA tournament men’s final.
Figures show how the CIAA tournament impacts Baltimore’s economy — and why officials want to keep it
Baltimore saw $23.6 million in direct spending in 2024, part of $32.5 million in total economic impact, according to figures from Visit Baltimore.
Derik Queen of the Maryland Terrapins celebrates with teammates after making a shot to defeat the Colorado State Rams.
Kyle Goon: ‘I’m from Baltimore’ might be the only lasting legacy of the Terps’ season. That’s good enough.
This magical season might not give Maryland much to build on, but it will have lasting impact.
Maryland players react from the bench during the second half in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Florida, Thursday, March 27, 2025, in San Francisco.
As Maryland basketball waits for Kevin Willard’s next move, a roster overhaul looms
The only thing that could’ve kept the Terps’ “Crab Five” together this season was another win Thursday, and top-seeded Florida extinguished that possibility midway through the second half.
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