Jackson on losing Mark Andrews for season: “We’ve got to somehow do it without him”
Baltimore Positive
Despite a strong effort in Thursday’s win over Cincinnati, the star quarterback’s thoughts were with his favorite receiver.
Baltimore Positive
Harbaugh announces Ravens likely lose Mark Andrews for rest of season with ankle injury
Baltimore Positive
The three-time Pro Bowl tight end was injured on the opening drive of Thursday’s win over Cincinnati.
The Bengals and everything that comes afterward
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones gets Dennis Koulatsos prepared for Bengals and aftermath of Thanksgiving, Chargers and bye
It’s time for ThanksWINNING at Maryland Lottery
Baltimore Positive
It’s always a fun week when Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin and Nestor get to renew the civic spirit of Browns v. Ravens. There were also some big winners here this week and a turkey of a promotion that we hope you gobble up responsibly during the ThanksWINNING season.
NFL Week 11: Big spreads and bad teams with hurt quarterbacks
Baltimore Positive
Christian Horton of Hollywood Casino Perryville brings Nestor back to earth on his NFL Picks in Week 11 where he began the week 78-70-4 but has been trending under .500 since Halloween.
Asking Anthony Mitchell what it’s like to watch his son run the ball for Ravens
Baltimore Positive
Former Ravens 2001 Super Bowl run playoff hero and safety Anthony Mitchell joins Nestor to discuss path of his son Keaton to the NFL spotlight from Atlanta to East Carolina. Words of wisdom here borne of experience! We loved this conversation with our old friend from the Festivus Maximus days of The Barn.
Ravens defense didn’t look No. 1 against Browns on Sunday
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss defensive deficiencies in Ravens awful loss to DeShaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns.
After leading Orioles to best record since 1979, Hyde voted 2023 AL Manager of the Year
Baltimore Positive
Brandon Hyde became the fourth Orioles manager to win the award presented by the BBWAA.
Ravens offense didn’t get it done late against Browns
Baltimore Positive
There’s no time for licking the purple wounds. The Cincinnati Bengals are coming to town soon. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ offensive efforts in a loss to the stout and stingy Browns defense.
Lost opportunities are stacking up on Harbaugh and Ravens
Baltimore Positive
For the third time this season, the Baltimore Ravens snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to lament a 14-point squandered late lead in an an awful loss to Browns at home.
Big stakes, short week and tall assignment against Burrow and Bengals
Baltimore Positive
In the aftermath of an awful meltdown and loss to the Browns, here come the Cincinnati Bengals who had their own home defeat on Sunday. Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor put the Ravens loss to Cleveland into perspective in the suddenly crowded AFC North division race.
An overview and future of cannabis in Maryland
Baltimore Positive
As our continuing cannabis education series continues, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gives Nestor an overview on the stability of the business and future and science of the plant in Maryland.
Every day is a Veteran’s Day at MCVET
Baltimore Positive
Here’s how you can help a local veteran in need this Veteran’s Day through the local organization MCVET. Let Executive Director Misty Bruce provide an overview of their annual virtual run and all of the services provides for overlooked veterans in need here in Maryland.
Orioles’ Henderson voted 2023 AL Rookie of the Year unanimously
Baltimore Positive
Gunnar Henderson became the first Oriole to win the award since pitcher Gregg Olson in 1989.
Welcoming any convention to Baltimore with open arms
Baltimore Positive
As the Maryland Crab Cake Tour gets back on the road for the holidays, Mac Campbell of the Baltimore Convention Center joins Nestor at Faidley’s to discuss future of downtown, its vibrancy and bringing folks to the Charm City in all sorts of creative ways.
Ravens blow 14-point lead, fall 33-31 to Cleveland on game-ending field goal
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore led 31-17 before the Browns scored the final 16 points of the game.
Good health and keeping Lamar Jackson upright
Baltimore Positive
As the Ravens groove into the second half with Cleveland and Cincinnati ahead in the coming days, Nestor Aparicio joins Dennis Koulatsos for a midseason Ravens report card and a second half prognosis that is all about keeping Number Eight on the field.
Luke Jones: A purple overview as Ravens look to navigate second half Super Bowl run
Baltimore Positive
When Luke Jones joins Dennis Koulatsos on Thursday at 3 p.m. on WNST-AM 1570 to preview the Ravens game, it’s always deep dive and long form. It’s a big week ahead against the Browns and Bengals in Baltimore for #RavensFlock.
That defense of the Cleveland Browns looks pretty good, too!
Baltimore Positive
Longtime Cleveland sports media insider Daryl Ruiter brings Nestor to Berea and offers many Browns insights before the Ravens rematch on Sunday against DeShaun Watson and the retooled defense and Baltimore native Jim Schwartz finding ways to get Myles Garrett loose.
Halfway through this football season, picking NFL winners is not easy
Baltimore Positive
Just when Nestor gets on a little NFL pigskin pick ’em roll, a nasty 6-8 campaign turned his football weekend sour. Now 73-61-4 on the season, he joins sportsbook manager Christian Horton from Hollywood Casino Perryville to try to get back on track as the Ravens play twice this week in Baltimore.
Orioles teammates Henderson, Rutschman win first Silver Slugger Awards
Baltimore Positive
Gunnar Henderson is the favorite to be the AL Rookie of the Year, which will be announced next week.
Is this the best version of the Ravens we’ve ever seen?
Baltimore Positive
With the 7-2 Ravens riding an eye-opening winning streak and big games with Cleveland and Cincinnati coming at home this week, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the complimentary and dominant brand of football the Ravens are playing in November.
Good health and great enthusiasm powering Ravens homestand
Baltimore Positive
After a glorious summery day and a 37-3 rout over the Seattle Seahawks, our Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss the surging Ravens and the importance of next 10 days and winning key AFC North matchups with formidable Browns and Bengals.
Ravens with a rare chance to bury rest of AFC North by end of next week
Baltimore Positive
Quite a mini-week ahead with the upstart Browns and rejuvenated Bengals coming to Baltimore just four days apart as the rest of the NFL looks to the Ravens as a legitimate Super Bowl favorite. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss DeShaun Watson, Joe Burrow and what will stand in the way of the best laid purple plans before Thanksgiving.
The guy who knows the numbers says Ravens should be Super Bowl favorites
Baltimore Positive
Many consider him to be the Godfather of modern football analytics. The always analytical Aaron Schatz has moved his important football work over to FTN Network and brings Nestor some fresh Lamar gospel via DVOA and the metrics of the Baltimore Ravens as his Super Bowl favorite based on their solid play of the first half.
Measuring the value of OBJ to Ravens offense
Baltimore Positive
As the Ravens get healthier and more productive on offense, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the recent productivity of Odell Beckham, Jr. and the enthusiasm for rookie Keaton Mitchell to carry the load moving forward.
Ravens get back to roots of bully defense
Baltimore Positive
After beating the Lions and Seahawks 75-9 at home this month, it’s time to talk about the legacy of Ravens bully ball on defense. Luke Jones and Nestor praise defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald and all three levels of the unit after punishing Geno Smith and Seahawks in another home rout and stuffing.
Ravens dominate on both sides of ball in 37-3 win over Seattle
Baltimore Positive
After a fourth straight win, first-place Baltimore is 7-2 for the first time since 2019.
The battle of two very different birds in Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
As the baseball season ends, our Luke Jones joins Dennis Koulatsos to wraps up another World Series and preview a Seattle Seahawks visit to Baltimore to tackle the surging 6-2 Ravens.
Learning where cannabis comes from and the science behind closed doors
Baltimore Positive
During our cannabis education series, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness has promised to give Nestor a tour of the entire operation. So, what will he find when he puts on the white suit and goes behind the closed doors of an industry not many folks have seen or understand?
Getting back to College Park to get more coats from closets and onto backs for winter
Baltimore Positive
Former Terps linebacker Shawne Merriman comes home to College to collect coats for 21st year before Penn State game on Saturday
Tracking down millions of dollars of local winners this month
Baltimore Positive
Sometimes when folks don’t win the jackpot, they think they didn’t win at all. Seth Elkin of the Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about tracking down million dollar winners this month – including a ticket in Snow Hill that is still unclaimed.
Telling the story of the Magic ride of Earvin Johnson
Baltimore Positive
Renowned author Roland Lazenby tells Nestor about his latest biography on the life and times of Earvin “Magic” Johnson. From the roots of his basketball story through the Showtime Lakers to becoming one of the richest American athletes in the world through his passion for being an entrepreneur, businessman and civic mover.
The good, bad and ugly beats of NFL and picking winners
Baltimore Positive
Christian Horton of Hollywood Casino and Nestor try to continue NFL pick momentum in Week 9. Aparicio is 65-53-4 – documented as they used to say in the old days – against the spread this season.
As the sun sets on another baseball season, rethinking the future of wild card teams
Baltimore Positive
With the World Series featuring an 84-win team, we share some thoughts on the MLB wild card and the impact of bye weeks on postseason results since Rob Manfred and the owners started rewarding mediocrity with October opportunity.
Ravens need to capitalize on good health and home cooking this month
Baltimore Positive
With the Ravens returning from a lackluster win over the Cardinals in Arizona, the men of purple finally get three home games in a row. Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the roots of family, good offense and how to win November.
That time of the year when you get the coverage you need
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss the Ravens’ success at midseason and offers some Raskin Global real life wisdom about making sure you are maximizing your employee benefits at work and protecting your family and future.
Is Macdonald making himself a head coaching candidate with this Ravens defense?
Baltimore Positive
As the Ravens defense continues to shine and improve, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the multiple looks that have confounded mostly young quarterbacks this season led by defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald and the all-world play of linebacker Roquan Smith.
When the offense gets stuck in quicksand in the desert
Baltimore Positive
It wasn’t a great day for the efficiency of the Todd Monken offense in Phoenix against a 1-7 Cardinals team. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sputtering offense and inconsistencies of the Ravens progress as they come home for three games and a chance to pull away in the AFC North.
What will Baltimore look like when we’re done?
Baltimore Positive
As we all await the Angelos Family signing a long-term lease at Camden Yards and the Orioles offseason spin will
Jackson on losing Mark Andrews for season: “We’ve got to somehow do it without him”
Baltimore Positive
Despite a strong effort in Thursday’s win over Cincinnati, the star quarterback’s thoughts were with his favorite receiver.
Harbaugh announces Ravens likely lose Mark Andrews for rest of season with ankle injury
Baltimore Positive
The three-time Pro Bowl tight end was injured on the opening drive of Thursday’s win over Cincinnati.
The Bengals and everything that comes afterward
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones gets Dennis Koulatsos prepared for Bengals and aftermath of Thanksgiving, Chargers and bye
It’s time for ThanksWINNING at Maryland Lottery
Baltimore Positive
It’s always a fun week when Maryland Lottery Executive Director John Martin and Nestor get to renew the civic spirit of Browns v. Ravens. There were also some big winners here this week and a turkey of a promotion that we hope you gobble up responsibly during the ThanksWINNING season.
NFL Week 11: Big spreads and bad teams with hurt quarterbacks
Baltimore Positive
Christian Horton of Hollywood Casino Perryville brings Nestor back to earth on his NFL Picks in Week 11 where he began the week 78-70-4 but has been trending under .500 since Halloween.
Asking Anthony Mitchell what it’s like to watch his son run the ball for Ravens
Baltimore Positive
Former Ravens 2001 Super Bowl run playoff hero and safety Anthony Mitchell joins Nestor to discuss path of his son Keaton to the NFL spotlight from Atlanta to East Carolina. Words of wisdom here borne of experience! We loved this conversation with our old friend from the Festivus Maximus days of The Barn.
Ravens defense didn’t look No. 1 against Browns on Sunday
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss defensive deficiencies in Ravens awful loss to DeShaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns.
After leading Orioles to best record since 1979, Hyde voted 2023 AL Manager of the Year
Baltimore Positive
Brandon Hyde became the fourth Orioles manager to win the award presented by the BBWAA.
Ravens offense didn’t get it done late against Browns
Baltimore Positive
There’s no time for licking the purple wounds. The Cincinnati Bengals are coming to town soon. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ offensive efforts in a loss to the stout and stingy Browns defense.
Lost opportunities are stacking up on Harbaugh and Ravens
Baltimore Positive
For the third time this season, the Baltimore Ravens snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to lament a 14-point squandered late lead in an an awful loss to Browns at home.
Big stakes, short week and tall assignment against Burrow and Bengals
Baltimore Positive
In the aftermath of an awful meltdown and loss to the Browns, here come the Cincinnati Bengals who had their own home defeat on Sunday. Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor put the Ravens loss to Cleveland into perspective in the suddenly crowded AFC North division race.
An overview and future of cannabis in Maryland
Baltimore Positive
As our continuing cannabis education series continues, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gives Nestor an overview on the stability of the business and future and science of the plant in Maryland.
Every day is a Veteran’s Day at MCVET
Baltimore Positive
Here’s how you can help a local veteran in need this Veteran’s Day through the local organization MCVET. Let Executive Director Misty Bruce provide an overview of their annual virtual run and all of the services provides for overlooked veterans in need here in Maryland.
Orioles’ Henderson voted 2023 AL Rookie of the Year unanimously
Baltimore Positive
Gunnar Henderson became the first Oriole to win the award since pitcher Gregg Olson in 1989.
Welcoming any convention to Baltimore with open arms
Baltimore Positive
As the Maryland Crab Cake Tour gets back on the road for the holidays, Mac Campbell of the Baltimore Convention Center joins Nestor at Faidley’s to discuss future of downtown, its vibrancy and bringing folks to the Charm City in all sorts of creative ways.
Ravens blow 14-point lead, fall 33-31 to Cleveland on game-ending field goal
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore led 31-17 before the Browns scored the final 16 points of the game.
Good health and keeping Lamar Jackson upright
Baltimore Positive
As the Ravens groove into the second half with Cleveland and Cincinnati ahead in the coming days, Nestor Aparicio joins Dennis Koulatsos for a midseason Ravens report card and a second half prognosis that is all about keeping Number Eight on the field.
Luke Jones: A purple overview as Ravens look to navigate second half Super Bowl run
Baltimore Positive
When Luke Jones joins Dennis Koulatsos on Thursday at 3 p.m. on WNST-AM 1570 to preview the Ravens game, it’s always deep dive and long form. It’s a big week ahead against the Browns and Bengals in Baltimore for #RavensFlock.
That defense of the Cleveland Browns looks pretty good, too!
Baltimore Positive
Longtime Cleveland sports media insider Daryl Ruiter brings Nestor to Berea and offers many Browns insights before the Ravens rematch on Sunday against DeShaun Watson and the retooled defense and Baltimore native Jim Schwartz finding ways to get Myles Garrett loose.
Halfway through this football season, picking NFL winners is not easy
Baltimore Positive
Just when Nestor gets on a little NFL pigskin pick ’em roll, a nasty 6-8 campaign turned his football weekend sour. Now 73-61-4 on the season, he joins sportsbook manager Christian Horton from Hollywood Casino Perryville to try to get back on track as the Ravens play twice this week in Baltimore.
Orioles teammates Henderson, Rutschman win first Silver Slugger Awards
Baltimore Positive
Gunnar Henderson is the favorite to be the AL Rookie of the Year, which will be announced next week.
Is this the best version of the Ravens we’ve ever seen?
Baltimore Positive
With the 7-2 Ravens riding an eye-opening winning streak and big games with Cleveland and Cincinnati coming at home this week, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the complimentary and dominant brand of football the Ravens are playing in November.
Good health and great enthusiasm powering Ravens homestand
Baltimore Positive
After a glorious summery day and a 37-3 rout over the Seattle Seahawks, our Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss the surging Ravens and the importance of next 10 days and winning key AFC North matchups with formidable Browns and Bengals.
Ravens with a rare chance to bury rest of AFC North by end of next week
Baltimore Positive
Quite a mini-week ahead with the upstart Browns and rejuvenated Bengals coming to Baltimore just four days apart as the rest of the NFL looks to the Ravens as a legitimate Super Bowl favorite. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss DeShaun Watson, Joe Burrow and what will stand in the way of the best laid purple plans before Thanksgiving.
The guy who knows the numbers says Ravens should be Super Bowl favorites
Baltimore Positive
Many consider him to be the Godfather of modern football analytics. The always analytical Aaron Schatz has moved his important football work over to FTN Network and brings Nestor some fresh Lamar gospel via DVOA and the metrics of the Baltimore Ravens as his Super Bowl favorite based on their solid play of the first half.
Measuring the value of OBJ to Ravens offense
Baltimore Positive
As the Ravens get healthier and more productive on offense, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the recent productivity of Odell Beckham, Jr. and the enthusiasm for rookie Keaton Mitchell to carry the load moving forward.
Ravens get back to roots of bully defense
Baltimore Positive
After beating the Lions and Seahawks 75-9 at home this month, it’s time to talk about the legacy of Ravens bully ball on defense. Luke Jones and Nestor praise defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald and all three levels of the unit after punishing Geno Smith and Seahawks in another home rout and stuffing.
Ravens dominate on both sides of ball in 37-3 win over Seattle
Baltimore Positive
After a fourth straight win, first-place Baltimore is 7-2 for the first time since 2019.
The battle of two very different birds in Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
As the baseball season ends, our Luke Jones joins Dennis Koulatsos to wraps up another World Series and preview a Seattle Seahawks visit to Baltimore to tackle the surging 6-2 Ravens.
Learning where cannabis comes from and the science behind closed doors
Baltimore Positive
During our cannabis education series, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness has promised to give Nestor a tour of the entire operation. So, what will he find when he puts on the white suit and goes behind the closed doors of an industry not many folks have seen or understand?
Getting back to College Park to get more coats from closets and onto backs for winter
Baltimore Positive
Former Terps linebacker Shawne Merriman comes home to College to collect coats for 21st year before Penn State game on Saturday
Tracking down millions of dollars of local winners this month
Baltimore Positive
Sometimes when folks don’t win the jackpot, they think they didn’t win at all. Seth Elkin of the Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about tracking down million dollar winners this month – including a ticket in Snow Hill that is still unclaimed.
Telling the story of the Magic ride of Earvin Johnson
Baltimore Positive
Renowned author Roland Lazenby tells Nestor about his latest biography on the life and times of Earvin “Magic” Johnson. From the roots of his basketball story through the Showtime Lakers to becoming one of the richest American athletes in the world through his passion for being an entrepreneur, businessman and civic mover.
The good, bad and ugly beats of NFL and picking winners
Baltimore Positive
Christian Horton of Hollywood Casino and Nestor try to continue NFL pick momentum in Week 9. Aparicio is 65-53-4 – documented as they used to say in the old days – against the spread this season.
As the sun sets on another baseball season, rethinking the future of wild card teams
Baltimore Positive
With the World Series featuring an 84-win team, we share some thoughts on the MLB wild card and the impact of bye weeks on postseason results since Rob Manfred and the owners started rewarding mediocrity with October opportunity.
Ravens need to capitalize on good health and home cooking this month
Baltimore Positive
With the Ravens returning from a lackluster win over the Cardinals in Arizona, the men of purple finally get three home games in a row. Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the roots of family, good offense and how to win November.
That time of the year when you get the coverage you need
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin joins Nestor to discuss the Ravens’ success at midseason and offers some Raskin Global real life wisdom about making sure you are maximizing your employee benefits at work and protecting your family and future.
Is Macdonald making himself a head coaching candidate with this Ravens defense?
Baltimore Positive
As the Ravens defense continues to shine and improve, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the multiple looks that have confounded mostly young quarterbacks this season led by defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald and the all-world play of linebacker Roquan Smith.
When the offense gets stuck in quicksand in the desert
Baltimore Positive
It wasn’t a great day for the efficiency of the Todd Monken offense in Phoenix against a 1-7 Cardinals team. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sputtering offense and inconsistencies of the Ravens progress as they come home for three games and a chance to pull away in the AFC North.
What will Baltimore look like when we’re done?
Baltimore Positive
As we all await the Angelos Family signing a long-term lease at Camden Yards and the Orioles offseason spin will
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Baltimore Positive is the vision and the creative extension of four decades of sharing the love of local sports for this Dundalk native and University of Baltimore grad, who began his career as a sportswriter and music critic at The News American and The Baltimore Sun in the mid 1980s. Launched radio career in December 1991 with Kenny Albert after covering the AHL Skipjacks. Bought WNST-AM 1570 in July 1998, created WNST.net in 2007 and began diversifying conversations on radio, podcast and social media as Baltimore Positive in 2016. nes@baltimorepositive.com
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