Orioles starter Povich leaves Thursday’s game with forearm discomfort
Luke Jones
Cade Povich will undergo an MRI and is the latest Baltimore starting pitcher dealing with a health concern.
Luke Jones
Sizing up 2026 Ravens roster after rookie minicamp
Luke Jones
Baltimore vastly improved its guard picture with the first-round selection of Vega Ioane, but what about the starting center job?
Bronx sweep only reminds how underwhelming April start was for Orioles
Luke Jones
Baltimore was barely hanging on instead of making hay against a forgiving early schedule.
After being outclassed in Bronx, Orioles in need of shakeup at “crucial point”
Luke Jones
With this year’s Orioles looking too much like last year, what is Mike Elias going to do about it?
Orioles place closer Ryan Helsley on 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation
Luke Jones
It was another day, another injury as Baltimore opened a four-game set with the Yankees in the Bronx on Friday.
With rotation in flux, Orioles need more established starters to live up to expectations
Luke Jones
Thursday marked a step in the right direction for veteran Chris Bassitt, who’s off to a rough start in 2026.
Ravens reuniting with ageless Calais Campbell to beef up defensive line
Luke Jones
Campbell played for Baltimore from 2020-22 and just registered his 12th different season with at least six sacks.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 2026 NFL draft
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings with the 2026 NFL draft now in the books.
What to expect from 2026 Ravens draft picks this season and beyond
Luke Jones
Baltimore drafted seven players on the offensive side of the ball with the headliner being first-round guard Vega Ioane.
Ravens had little choice but to draft Ioane to anchor interior offensive line
Luke Jones
Protecting Lamar Jackson and getting the interior offensive line to a better place were just too important to put off any longer.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series win in Kansas City
Luke Jones
Coby Mayo’s long home run capped a six-run explosion in the sixth inning of Wednesday’s win over the Royals.
Orioles activate Rutschman from injured list, designate Huff for assignment
Luke Jones
Catcher Adley Rutschman missed only the 10-day minimum after hurting his left ankle on April 10.
Ravens defensive tackle Madubuike reportedly undergoes neck surgery that could allow for return
Luke Jones
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the procedure left Nnamdi Madubuike’s doctors “believing he will be able to resume playing” this coming season.
Persistent concerns for Orioles’ offense go beyond their injuries
Luke Jones
Coming off an injury-plagued 2025, Colton Cowser entered Monday slashing .174/.264/.196 through his first 54 plate appearances this season.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following pre-draft press conference
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after the brass discussed the draft and the franchise unveiled its new uniforms.
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Luke Jones
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Orioles pause Holliday’s rehab due to “mild” wrist soreness, leaving his return timeline unclear
Luke Jones
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Orioles officially return Kremer to starting rotation, but won’t activate Holliday on current homestand
Luke Jones
What was inevitable the moment Zach Eflin suffered a season-ending elbow injury became official Monday with Dean Kremer rejoining Baltimore’s rotation.
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Luke Jones
Baltimore lost as many players to injury as games played over the weekend, but Craig Albernaz’s club recovering to win two of three was encouraging.
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Luke Jones
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Luke Jones
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Faalele becomes latest former Raven to follow Harbaugh to New York
Luke Jones
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Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin out for season after undergoing Tommy John surgery
Luke Jones
On Tuesday, Zach Eflin went for a second opinion on the elbow injury suffered in his season debut last week.
Scar tissue from 2025 doing Orioles no favors navigating underwhelming start
Luke Jones
Nine games shouldn’t change one’s expectations for 2026, but you’d like to see a few more encouraging signs in the midst of a 3-6 start.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series loss to Texas and 3-3 homestand
Luke Jones
Samuel Basallo’s long home run helped cap the homestand with a win on Wednesday afternoon.
Orioles promote Albert Suarez, shift Westburg to 60-day IL as Eflin goes on 15-day IL
Luke Jones
The 36-year-old had yet to appear for Triple-A Norfolk before being summoned to Baltimore for the series finale against Texas.
Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin exits Tuesday’s start, heads to IL with elbow discomfort
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old was making his first start since undergoing back surgery last August.
Orioles bullpen seeing plenty of work in season’s early days
Luke Jones
The Baltimore bullpen threw a whopping 184 pitches Sunday and Monday, but there have been early bright spots.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series win over Minnesota
Luke Jones
It was hardly a flawless weekend, but Baltimore came away with a laborious 8-6 victory on Sunday afternoon.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following Opening Day win over Minnesota
Luke Jones
Trevor Rogers set the tone with seven shutout innings to earn the victory on Thursday afternoon.
Sizing up Opening Day roster for 2026 Orioles
Luke Jones
Luke Jones takes a look at the initial 26-man roster for new manager Craig Albernaz.
Akin, Kittredge go to 15-day injured list as Orioles set Opening Day roster
Luke Jones
Baltimore will be down an additional bullpen arm with lefty Keegan Akin going on the IL with a groin strain.
Looking back at history of Ravens’ scheduled picks in 2026 draft
Luke Jones
Baltimore selected future All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton with the 14th overall pick in the 2022 draft.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts entering 2026 season
Luke Jones
New manager Craig Albernaz will try to lead Baltimore back to the postseason after a last-place finish in 2025.
In surprise move, Orioles option Dean Kremer to minors to set Opening Day rotation
Luke Jones
Kremer led Baltimore in innings pitched last season, but he had a minor-league option remaining, which made room for Zach Eflin.
Four players pivotal to success of 2026 Orioles
Luke Jones
With questions all over the bullpen, Baltimore needs Tyler Wells to be the reliever many have envisioned for years.
Sizing up 2026 Ravens roster after early waves of NFL free agency
Luke Jones
Four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Trey Hendrickson headlined the early free-agent additions for Baltimore.
Orioles bullpen begs more questions than you’d like for would-be contender
Luke Jones
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Orioles name Trevor Rogers as Opening Day starter
Luke Jones
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Twelve Ravens Thoughts following start of NFL free agency
Luke Jones
Despite being overshadowed by the Maxx Crosby fallout, Trey Hendrickson going from Cincinnati to Baltimore makes for a spicy AFC North storyline.
Orioles starter Povich leaves Thursday’s game with forearm discomfort
Luke Jones
Cade Povich will undergo an MRI and is the latest Baltimore starting pitcher dealing with a health concern.
Sizing up 2026 Ravens roster after rookie minicamp
Luke Jones
Baltimore vastly improved its guard picture with the first-round selection of Vega Ioane, but what about the starting center job?
Bronx sweep only reminds how underwhelming April start was for Orioles
Luke Jones
Baltimore was barely hanging on instead of making hay against a forgiving early schedule.
After being outclassed in Bronx, Orioles in need of shakeup at “crucial point”
Luke Jones
With this year’s Orioles looking too much like last year, what is Mike Elias going to do about it?
Orioles place closer Ryan Helsley on 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation
Luke Jones
It was another day, another injury as Baltimore opened a four-game set with the Yankees in the Bronx on Friday.
With rotation in flux, Orioles need more established starters to live up to expectations
Luke Jones
Thursday marked a step in the right direction for veteran Chris Bassitt, who’s off to a rough start in 2026.
Ravens reuniting with ageless Calais Campbell to beef up defensive line
Luke Jones
Campbell played for Baltimore from 2020-22 and just registered his 12th different season with at least six sacks.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 2026 NFL draft
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings with the 2026 NFL draft now in the books.
What to expect from 2026 Ravens draft picks this season and beyond
Luke Jones
Baltimore drafted seven players on the offensive side of the ball with the headliner being first-round guard Vega Ioane.
Ravens had little choice but to draft Ioane to anchor interior offensive line
Luke Jones
Protecting Lamar Jackson and getting the interior offensive line to a better place were just too important to put off any longer.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series win in Kansas City
Luke Jones
Coby Mayo’s long home run capped a six-run explosion in the sixth inning of Wednesday’s win over the Royals.
Orioles activate Rutschman from injured list, designate Huff for assignment
Luke Jones
Catcher Adley Rutschman missed only the 10-day minimum after hurting his left ankle on April 10.
Ravens defensive tackle Madubuike reportedly undergoes neck surgery that could allow for return
Luke Jones
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the procedure left Nnamdi Madubuike’s doctors “believing he will be able to resume playing” this coming season.
Persistent concerns for Orioles’ offense go beyond their injuries
Luke Jones
Coming off an injury-plagued 2025, Colton Cowser entered Monday slashing .174/.264/.196 through his first 54 plate appearances this season.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following pre-draft press conference
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after the brass discussed the draft and the franchise unveiled its new uniforms.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series loss to Arizona
Luke Jones
While we continue waiting for most of the young core to produce or get healthy, Jeremiah Jackson keeps doing the job.
Orioles pause Holliday’s rehab due to “mild” wrist soreness, leaving his return timeline unclear
Luke Jones
The 22-year-old second baseman’s rehab assignment had been set to conclude Wednesday.
Orioles officially return Kremer to starting rotation, but won’t activate Holliday on current homestand
Luke Jones
What was inevitable the moment Zach Eflin suffered a season-ending elbow injury became official Monday with Dean Kremer rejoining Baltimore’s rotation.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series win over San Francisco
Luke Jones
Baltimore lost as many players to injury as games played over the weekend, but Craig Albernaz’s club recovering to win two of three was encouraging.
Rutschman injury adds to Orioles’ challenging start to 2026
Luke Jones
The two-time All-Star catcher went from being in Saturday’s original starting lineup to the 10-day injured list in under three hours.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts at start of voluntary offseason program
Luke Jones
Many players like star safety Kyle Hamilton were meeting new head coach Jesse Minter in person for the first time this week.
Faalele becomes latest former Raven to follow Harbaugh to New York
Luke Jones
Guard Daniel Faalele started every game for Baltimore over the last two seasons, but his struggles drew plenty of criticism.
Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin out for season after undergoing Tommy John surgery
Luke Jones
On Tuesday, Zach Eflin went for a second opinion on the elbow injury suffered in his season debut last week.
Scar tissue from 2025 doing Orioles no favors navigating underwhelming start
Luke Jones
Nine games shouldn’t change one’s expectations for 2026, but you’d like to see a few more encouraging signs in the midst of a 3-6 start.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series loss to Texas and 3-3 homestand
Luke Jones
Samuel Basallo’s long home run helped cap the homestand with a win on Wednesday afternoon.
Orioles promote Albert Suarez, shift Westburg to 60-day IL as Eflin goes on 15-day IL
Luke Jones
The 36-year-old had yet to appear for Triple-A Norfolk before being summoned to Baltimore for the series finale against Texas.
Orioles pitcher Zach Eflin exits Tuesday’s start, heads to IL with elbow discomfort
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old was making his first start since undergoing back surgery last August.
Orioles bullpen seeing plenty of work in season’s early days
Luke Jones
The Baltimore bullpen threw a whopping 184 pitches Sunday and Monday, but there have been early bright spots.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series win over Minnesota
Luke Jones
It was hardly a flawless weekend, but Baltimore came away with a laborious 8-6 victory on Sunday afternoon.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following Opening Day win over Minnesota
Luke Jones
Trevor Rogers set the tone with seven shutout innings to earn the victory on Thursday afternoon.
Sizing up Opening Day roster for 2026 Orioles
Luke Jones
Luke Jones takes a look at the initial 26-man roster for new manager Craig Albernaz.
Akin, Kittredge go to 15-day injured list as Orioles set Opening Day roster
Luke Jones
Baltimore will be down an additional bullpen arm with lefty Keegan Akin going on the IL with a groin strain.
Looking back at history of Ravens’ scheduled picks in 2026 draft
Luke Jones
Baltimore selected future All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton with the 14th overall pick in the 2022 draft.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts entering 2026 season
Luke Jones
New manager Craig Albernaz will try to lead Baltimore back to the postseason after a last-place finish in 2025.
In surprise move, Orioles option Dean Kremer to minors to set Opening Day rotation
Luke Jones
Kremer led Baltimore in innings pitched last season, but he had a minor-league option remaining, which made room for Zach Eflin.
Four players pivotal to success of 2026 Orioles
Luke Jones
With questions all over the bullpen, Baltimore needs Tyler Wells to be the reliever many have envisioned for years.
Sizing up 2026 Ravens roster after early waves of NFL free agency
Luke Jones
Four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Trey Hendrickson headlined the early free-agent additions for Baltimore.
Orioles bullpen begs more questions than you’d like for would-be contender
Luke Jones
With few proven relief commodities, Baltimore is counting heavily on new closer Ryan Helsley to put a tough 2025 behind him.
Orioles name Trevor Rogers as Opening Day starter
Luke Jones
Voted the 2025 Most Valuable Oriole after a stunning season, Rogers will be Baltimore’s starter on March 26.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following start of NFL free agency
Luke Jones
Despite being overshadowed by the Maxx Crosby fallout, Trey Hendrickson going from Cincinnati to Baltimore makes for a spicy AFC North storyline.
Luke Jones
Luke Jones is the Ravens and Orioles beat reporter for WNST BaltimorePositive.com and is a PFWA member. His mind is consumed with useless sports knowledge, pro wrestling promos, and movie quotes, but he often forgets where he put his phone. Luke's favorite sports memories include being one of the thousands of kids who waited for Cal Ripken's autograph after Orioles games in the summer of 1995, attending the Super Bowl XXXV victory parade with his dad in the pouring rain, and watching the Terps advance to the Final Four at the Carrier Dome in 2002. Follow him on social media @BaltimoreLuke or email him at Luke@wnst.net.
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