And the jackpots grow…
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about the jackpots growing and winners winning all summer long during the 50th Anniversary celebration.
Baltimore Positive
As Ravens relax this summer, we’ll be watching the Orioles (when we can)
Baltimore Positive
Now that Ravens minicamp is over our Luke Jones fills Nestor in on a prognosis of purple while the Orioles will truly become the boys of summer in Baltimore. Are you watching baseball?
The roots of the Magic of Orioles baseball
Baltimore Positive
Longtime baseball PR man Rick Vaughn tells Nestor the real Orioles Way and how the franchise was built in the community in the 1980s as Camden Yards was opening for business.
Orioles want Mountcastle feeling good, having good at-bats at Norfolk before return
Baltimore Positive
Brandon Hyde touched on several subjects prior to Sunday’s series finale with Seattle.
Gibson, bullpen battered as Orioles suffer worst loss of season in 13-1 defeat to Seattle
Baltimore Positive
Kyle Gibson had his worst start of the year while Baltimore did little against Mariners starter Logan Gilbert.
Hyde says Orioles taking it “day to day” with Mullins, Mountcastle in rehab assignments
Baltimore Positive
The Baltimore manager said both are “feeling good” after starting their stint with Triple-A Norfolk.
Giving Orioles fans the bird when they want the game
Baltimore Positive
With cable cord cutting and the demise of regional sports networks, we’re all left searching for what we want and who we’re willing to pay for what. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the fragmenting sports on TV model and finding the game in the future.
Having a tough talk with J.K. Dobbins
Baltimore Positive
The strange and mysterious absence of Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins last week in Owings Mills overshadowed a lot of the work the men of John Harbaugh were putting in on the field. Luke Jones and Nestor try to make sense of the future of the disgruntled running back and the angst of all in his underappreciated position.
It’s the happiest time of the year for Ravens organization
Baltimore Positive
As the Baltimore Ravens disappear for the next six weeks, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor do a summer check up on the Super Bowl strategy for the fall for head coach John Harbaugh and his mighty men.
Reach, like an American Ninja Warrior!
Baltimore Positive
He’s made a bunch of television shows you are familiar with and now Arthur Smith tells Nestor about his life in sports and entertainment in tales from “Reach,” his new book of memoirs and life lessons from CBC in Canada to Dick Clark to Fox Sports.
The Ray of light for Orioles in Tampa baseball model
Baltimore Positive
As the Yankees, Red Sox and Blue Jays look up at the Orioles and Rays in the AL East standings for the first time ever, Tampa broadcaster Neil Solondz tells Nestor the St. Pete model for sustained MLB success in the money drenched division.
The road ahead after Wrigley for Orioles
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Tampa Rays brand of baseball and road ahead for the Orioles after some Wrigley Field headaches in Chicago.
Harbaugh on countdown to Ravens training camp: “Let’s make the most of the next few weeks”
Baltimore Positive
The head coach also offered a few injury updates at the conclusion of mandatory minicamp.
Wells, bullpen lead Orioles to another series win over Toronto in 4-2 final
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore improved to 5-1 against the Blue Jays after a strong start from Tyler Wells on Thursday.
Ravens left tackle Ronnie Stanley feeling “big difference from the last couple years” with health
Baltimore Positive
The oft-injured lineman was able to take part in his first minicamp since 2019 this week.
Lamar Jackson embracing Monken’s more vocal approach as Ravens offensive coordinator
Baltimore Positive
The franchise QB shared his thoughts on practicing with Odell Beckham Jr. and learning a new offense during minicamp.
When is the right time to ask John Angelos about an Orioles lease?
Baltimore Positive
Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor engage in a frank debate about the Orioles lease situation and the future of the Angelos family in Baltimore at Camden Yards.
Golf for sale
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the money of sports filtering down from the top
Henderson’s slam, three other homers pace Orioles’ 11-6 victory over Toronto
Baltimore Positive
Gunnar Henderson hit his first career grand slam to blow Tuesday’s game open in the third inning.
Fully healthy, Beckham excited to put on Ravens jersey for mandatory minicamp
Baltimore Positive
The veteran receiver will be ramped up during this week’s mandatory minicamp in Owings Mills.
What is the future of golf after the PGA Tour and LIV merger?
Baltimore Positive
Our resident Classic 5 Golf pro Ed Miller joins Nestor from Pine Ridge to discuss the fallout of the biggest news in the world of golf and the local summer scene for improving your game.
Keeping the money in Maryland
Baltimore Positive
Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery discusses the latest sports wagering news and the money for the state education fund that is adding up now that mobile is online and locals are enjoying the action responsibly.
Gunning for the fences
Baltimore Positive
Now on an offensive tear highlighted by an epic Sunday afternoon home run at Camden Yards onto the Warehouse walkway, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the emergence of Gunnar Henderson as a leader and an impact force on the Orioles offense as the Magic returns to Baltimore.
Getting on the field with the whole squad
Baltimore Positive
With Lamar Jackson signed, Odell Beckham Jr. in a purple uniform and all parts of Todd Monken’s offense ready to install, Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a real Baltimore Ravens minicamp in Owings Mills.
Feinstein: The PGA Tour LIVing down to its ugly reputation is not a crowning moment
Baltimore Positive
Venerable columnist and decorated golf author John Feinstein takes a long walk through the history of the PGA Tour and how it wound up in business with the murderous government Saudi Arabia. And what does this mean for the future of golf on the planet?
Are the Steelers sleeping in Pittsburgh?
Baltimore Positive
With summer vacation about to commence in the NFL, we’ll take a deep dive on the AFC North competition this month. First up, Will Graves of the Associated Press in Pittsburgh talks Steelers and state of Pirates baseball in The Burgh with Nestor as Mike Tomlin preps ‘yins for his 17th season in black and gold.
The Gun Show can bring them back to Camden Yards
Baltimore Positive
After his historic home run at Camden Yards at the tender age of 21, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the likes of Gunnar Henderson and big bombs as a reason to come back to Camden Yards as the Orioles continue to win.
That sweep feeling
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor react to Orioles sweep over Royals and momentum building for a pennant race in Baltimore with the Toronto Blue Jays next up at Camden Yards.
Orioles blow out Kansas City for sweep, move to season-high 17 games over .500
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore won its fourth straight game with an 11-3 defeat of the Royals on Sunday.
Every winner has a story
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery and Nestor discuss new summer scratch-offs and playing to win during the big 50th Anniversary celebration.
Putting and playing golf for Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin and Nestor go golfing for the kids at Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital with Mike Bordick at Hayfields on a beautiful spring day in Hunt Valley.
How good can the Ravens be in 2023?
Baltimore Positive
Now that general manager Eric DeCosta has had a very full offseason with The Lamarathon, OBJ and the NFL draft, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor give a full assessment of the Ravens summer hopes for Super Bowl appearance in Las Vegas next February.
Orioles grab early lead, hold on for 3-2 win over Kansas City
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore has won back-to-back games for the first time since May 24-25.
Will the new Ravens passing attack catch on?
Baltimore Positive
There are plenty of toys in the new passing attack of Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore but how will Todd Monken utilize the skills of J.K. Dobbins and Mark Andrews and still find room to get the ball to first-round draft pick Zay Flowers, holdover Rashod Bateman and newly acquired free agent Odell Beckham, Jr. An embarrassment of riches but still one football.
Wrestling with the loss of childhood heroes in the squared circle
Baltimore Positive
With the death of The Iron Sheik and “Superstar” Billy Graham recently, Nestor Aparicio and Dennis Koulatsos discuss their childhood family obsessions with Bruno Sammartino, Andre The Giant and the larger-than-life figures of professional wrestling coming to the Baltimore Civic Center every month and every Saturday at 4 p.m. on Channel 45.
What happened in Kansas City after the Royals ruled the World Series?
Baltimore Positive
Royals legend Jeff Montgomery tells Nestor about the ways the ownership of the Kansas City Royals tried to keep a competitive team on the field after a pair of World Series visits. The aftermath of winning isn’t easy on payroll or the fanbase if the success isn’t sustainable.
How will Todd Monken make all of these stars happy with one football?
Baltimore Positive
With Lamar Jackson in Owings Mills and the team working for one more week before a summer break, Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive on the new offense of Todd Monken and how the Ravens plan to distribute the football in the fall.
Where will Orioles find pitching help?
Baltimore Positive
What are the real option of Mike Elias as the bullpen continues to carry the extra weight of short starts and tight games? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles roadtrip and the pitching depth problems and remedies.
When the Orioles move above the fold for the summer
Baltimore Positive
With the Ravens taking the summer off and the Orioles surging in the standings, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss life in Baltimore – almost the way it used to be for local sports fans.
Why having Orioles fans downtown matters for Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
Nestor Aparicio expresses the joy he feels in seeing people coming back downtown for baseball with Dennis Koulatsos. After all, that’s what Free The Birds was all about 17 summers ago.
And the jackpots grow…
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery tells Nestor about the jackpots growing and winners winning all summer long during the 50th Anniversary celebration.
As Ravens relax this summer, we’ll be watching the Orioles (when we can)
Baltimore Positive
Now that Ravens minicamp is over our Luke Jones fills Nestor in on a prognosis of purple while the Orioles will truly become the boys of summer in Baltimore. Are you watching baseball?
The roots of the Magic of Orioles baseball
Baltimore Positive
Longtime baseball PR man Rick Vaughn tells Nestor the real Orioles Way and how the franchise was built in the community in the 1980s as Camden Yards was opening for business.
Orioles want Mountcastle feeling good, having good at-bats at Norfolk before return
Baltimore Positive
Brandon Hyde touched on several subjects prior to Sunday’s series finale with Seattle.
Gibson, bullpen battered as Orioles suffer worst loss of season in 13-1 defeat to Seattle
Baltimore Positive
Kyle Gibson had his worst start of the year while Baltimore did little against Mariners starter Logan Gilbert.
Hyde says Orioles taking it “day to day” with Mullins, Mountcastle in rehab assignments
Baltimore Positive
The Baltimore manager said both are “feeling good” after starting their stint with Triple-A Norfolk.
Giving Orioles fans the bird when they want the game
Baltimore Positive
With cable cord cutting and the demise of regional sports networks, we’re all left searching for what we want and who we’re willing to pay for what. Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the fragmenting sports on TV model and finding the game in the future.
Having a tough talk with J.K. Dobbins
Baltimore Positive
The strange and mysterious absence of Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins last week in Owings Mills overshadowed a lot of the work the men of John Harbaugh were putting in on the field. Luke Jones and Nestor try to make sense of the future of the disgruntled running back and the angst of all in his underappreciated position.
It’s the happiest time of the year for Ravens organization
Baltimore Positive
As the Baltimore Ravens disappear for the next six weeks, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor do a summer check up on the Super Bowl strategy for the fall for head coach John Harbaugh and his mighty men.
Reach, like an American Ninja Warrior!
Baltimore Positive
He’s made a bunch of television shows you are familiar with and now Arthur Smith tells Nestor about his life in sports and entertainment in tales from “Reach,” his new book of memoirs and life lessons from CBC in Canada to Dick Clark to Fox Sports.
The Ray of light for Orioles in Tampa baseball model
Baltimore Positive
As the Yankees, Red Sox and Blue Jays look up at the Orioles and Rays in the AL East standings for the first time ever, Tampa broadcaster Neil Solondz tells Nestor the St. Pete model for sustained MLB success in the money drenched division.
The road ahead after Wrigley for Orioles
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Tampa Rays brand of baseball and road ahead for the Orioles after some Wrigley Field headaches in Chicago.
Harbaugh on countdown to Ravens training camp: “Let’s make the most of the next few weeks”
Baltimore Positive
The head coach also offered a few injury updates at the conclusion of mandatory minicamp.
Wells, bullpen lead Orioles to another series win over Toronto in 4-2 final
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore improved to 5-1 against the Blue Jays after a strong start from Tyler Wells on Thursday.
Ravens left tackle Ronnie Stanley feeling “big difference from the last couple years” with health
Baltimore Positive
The oft-injured lineman was able to take part in his first minicamp since 2019 this week.
Lamar Jackson embracing Monken’s more vocal approach as Ravens offensive coordinator
Baltimore Positive
The franchise QB shared his thoughts on practicing with Odell Beckham Jr. and learning a new offense during minicamp.
When is the right time to ask John Angelos about an Orioles lease?
Baltimore Positive
Mike Rosenfeld and Nestor engage in a frank debate about the Orioles lease situation and the future of the Angelos family in Baltimore at Camden Yards.
Golf for sale
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the money of sports filtering down from the top
Henderson’s slam, three other homers pace Orioles’ 11-6 victory over Toronto
Baltimore Positive
Gunnar Henderson hit his first career grand slam to blow Tuesday’s game open in the third inning.
Fully healthy, Beckham excited to put on Ravens jersey for mandatory minicamp
Baltimore Positive
The veteran receiver will be ramped up during this week’s mandatory minicamp in Owings Mills.
What is the future of golf after the PGA Tour and LIV merger?
Baltimore Positive
Our resident Classic 5 Golf pro Ed Miller joins Nestor from Pine Ridge to discuss the fallout of the biggest news in the world of golf and the local summer scene for improving your game.
Keeping the money in Maryland
Baltimore Positive
Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery discusses the latest sports wagering news and the money for the state education fund that is adding up now that mobile is online and locals are enjoying the action responsibly.
Gunning for the fences
Baltimore Positive
Now on an offensive tear highlighted by an epic Sunday afternoon home run at Camden Yards onto the Warehouse walkway, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the emergence of Gunnar Henderson as a leader and an impact force on the Orioles offense as the Magic returns to Baltimore.
Getting on the field with the whole squad
Baltimore Positive
With Lamar Jackson signed, Odell Beckham Jr. in a purple uniform and all parts of Todd Monken’s offense ready to install, Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for a real Baltimore Ravens minicamp in Owings Mills.
Feinstein: The PGA Tour LIVing down to its ugly reputation is not a crowning moment
Baltimore Positive
Venerable columnist and decorated golf author John Feinstein takes a long walk through the history of the PGA Tour and how it wound up in business with the murderous government Saudi Arabia. And what does this mean for the future of golf on the planet?
Are the Steelers sleeping in Pittsburgh?
Baltimore Positive
With summer vacation about to commence in the NFL, we’ll take a deep dive on the AFC North competition this month. First up, Will Graves of the Associated Press in Pittsburgh talks Steelers and state of Pirates baseball in The Burgh with Nestor as Mike Tomlin preps ‘yins for his 17th season in black and gold.
The Gun Show can bring them back to Camden Yards
Baltimore Positive
After his historic home run at Camden Yards at the tender age of 21, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor discuss the likes of Gunnar Henderson and big bombs as a reason to come back to Camden Yards as the Orioles continue to win.
That sweep feeling
Baltimore Positive
Luke Jones and Nestor react to Orioles sweep over Royals and momentum building for a pennant race in Baltimore with the Toronto Blue Jays next up at Camden Yards.
Orioles blow out Kansas City for sweep, move to season-high 17 games over .500
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore won its fourth straight game with an 11-3 defeat of the Royals on Sunday.
Every winner has a story
Baltimore Positive
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery and Nestor discuss new summer scratch-offs and playing to win during the big 50th Anniversary celebration.
Putting and playing golf for Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital
Baltimore Positive
Leonard Raskin and Nestor go golfing for the kids at Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital with Mike Bordick at Hayfields on a beautiful spring day in Hunt Valley.
How good can the Ravens be in 2023?
Baltimore Positive
Now that general manager Eric DeCosta has had a very full offseason with The Lamarathon, OBJ and the NFL draft, Dennis Koulatsos and Nestor give a full assessment of the Ravens summer hopes for Super Bowl appearance in Las Vegas next February.
Orioles grab early lead, hold on for 3-2 win over Kansas City
Baltimore Positive
Baltimore has won back-to-back games for the first time since May 24-25.
Will the new Ravens passing attack catch on?
Baltimore Positive
There are plenty of toys in the new passing attack of Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore but how will Todd Monken utilize the skills of J.K. Dobbins and Mark Andrews and still find room to get the ball to first-round draft pick Zay Flowers, holdover Rashod Bateman and newly acquired free agent Odell Beckham, Jr. An embarrassment of riches but still one football.
Wrestling with the loss of childhood heroes in the squared circle
Baltimore Positive
With the death of The Iron Sheik and “Superstar” Billy Graham recently, Nestor Aparicio and Dennis Koulatsos discuss their childhood family obsessions with Bruno Sammartino, Andre The Giant and the larger-than-life figures of professional wrestling coming to the Baltimore Civic Center every month and every Saturday at 4 p.m. on Channel 45.
What happened in Kansas City after the Royals ruled the World Series?
Baltimore Positive
Royals legend Jeff Montgomery tells Nestor about the ways the ownership of the Kansas City Royals tried to keep a competitive team on the field after a pair of World Series visits. The aftermath of winning isn’t easy on payroll or the fanbase if the success isn’t sustainable.
How will Todd Monken make all of these stars happy with one football?
Baltimore Positive
With Lamar Jackson in Owings Mills and the team working for one more week before a summer break, Luke Jones and Nestor take a deep dive on the new offense of Todd Monken and how the Ravens plan to distribute the football in the fall.
Where will Orioles find pitching help?
Baltimore Positive
What are the real option of Mike Elias as the bullpen continues to carry the extra weight of short starts and tight games? Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the Orioles roadtrip and the pitching depth problems and remedies.
When the Orioles move above the fold for the summer
Baltimore Positive
With the Ravens taking the summer off and the Orioles surging in the standings, Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss life in Baltimore – almost the way it used to be for local sports fans.
Why having Orioles fans downtown matters for Baltimore
Baltimore Positive
Nestor Aparicio expresses the joy he feels in seeing people coming back downtown for baseball with Dennis Koulatsos. After all, that’s what Free The Birds was all about 17 summers ago.
Baltimore Positive
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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Ravens deal for the Mighty Maxx and instantly become Super Bowl favorites
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For the love of Dan Rodricks and real Baltimore history
Local local producer Will Schwarz joins Nestor to discuss his role in the television and stage work of venerable columnist Dan Rodricks, whose latest sold-out production "No Mean City: Baltimore 1966" is playing this week at The Baltimore Museum of…
Is there a cure for the real cost of the distressing state of American healthcare?
Dr. Terry Mulligan, an emergency physician and adjunct professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, joins Nestor to discuss the documentary "Suck It Up Buttercup" about physician burnout and corporate greed in the U.S. healthcare system. Screening at…
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