Jimenez ejected from Friday night’s game
Luke Jones
Home plate umpire Jordan Baker threw the Orioles starter out for hitting Pablo Sandoval in the fourth inning.
Luke Jones
Five questions pondering Joseph, Garcia, others
Luke Jones
The performance of Caleb Joseph continues to make the absence of Matt Wieters easier to swallow.
Separating wants from needs as Ravens approach NFL draft
Luke Jones
In retrospect, the Ravens were addressing a need in drafting inside linebacker C.J. Mosley last year.
Early thoughts on Orioles lineup
Luke Jones
Second baseman Jonathan Schoop has already hit three home runs in 2015.
Jones, Orioles don No. 42 jerseys for Jackie Robinson Day
Luke Jones
Major League Baseball recognized the 68th anniversary of Robinson breaking the color barrier.
Orioles remain in holding pattern with Wieters
Luke Jones
The All-Star catcher is currently throwing from up to 150 feet in Sarasota, but hasn’t caught in a game since being shut down in mid-March.
Thoughts on could-be, former, and never-were Ravens
Luke Jones
Luke Jones tackles the Reed-Polamalu debate along with a variety of other Ravens-related tidbits.
Orioles let one get away against Yankees
Luke Jones
Tommy Hunter wasn’t the only one to blame for the 6-5 defeat on Monday night.
Lough activated from DL, Gamboa optioned back to Norfolk
Luke Jones
BALTIMORE — After dealing with a crowded bullpen, an injury, and pitching struggles over the first week of the season,
Orioles musings on the opening week of the season
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers some thoughts on the first week of the 2015 season…
Jimenez offers reminder why Orioles wanted him
Luke Jones
The maligned right-hander pitched seven shutout innings and allowed only one hit Saturday night.
Orioles place left-handed reliever Wright on DL
Luke Jones
BALTIMORE — Faced with a crowded bullpen to begin the 2015 season, the Orioles will now have that problem alleviated
Former Baltimore Colts tight end Mutscheller dies at 85
Luke Jones
Photo courtesy of BaltimoreRavens.com The man who caught the pass to set up Alan Ameche’s iconic game-winning touchdown in the
A home opener to forget for the Orioles
Luke Jones
A poor spring carried over for starter Bud Norris in an ugly 12-5 loss for the Orioles on Friday.
Hardy still taking it slow with left shoulder
Luke Jones
Follow @WNST on Twitter for live updates and analysis from Camden Yards.
Ravens bring back offensive lineman Reid on one-year deal
Luke Jones
The 2011 third-round pick has started just seven games in four NFL seasons.
Ravens unveil 2015 preseason schedule
Luke Jones
Drew Brees and New Orleans will come to Baltimore for the preseason opener on Aug. 13.
Orioles trade Webb, minor-league catcher Ward to Dodgers
Luke Jones
After designating right-handed pitcher Ryan Webb for assignment hours before the start of the 2015 season, the Orioles have sent
Still no clear timetable for Wieters’ return
Luke Jones
The three-time All-Star catcher began a throwing progression last week.
Ravens host red-flag prospects Peters, Green-Beckham for visits
Luke Jones
Cornerback Marcus Peters is considered a first-round talent despite being kicked off the Washington football team last fall.
Numbers behind Orioles’ 6-5 win over Tampa Bay
Luke Jones
A 6-0 lead through two innings typically leads to a relaxing night of baseball, but it was anything but that
Is paralysis by analysis hurting Ravens at receiver?
Luke Jones
General manager Ozzie Newsome hasn’t taken a receiver outside the sixth or seventh round since 2011.
Maryland receiving all-too-early hype as top 5 team in 2015-16
Luke Jones
Even as the final tones of “One Shining Moment” were ringing in your head early Tuesday morning, the college basketball
Offseason script works perfectly for Orioles in opener
Luke Jones
Travis Snider looked the part of Nick Markakis in a season-opening 6-2 victory.
Orioles designate Webb for assignment, promote Lavarnway
Luke Jones
Baltimore will now begin the 2015 season with 13 pitchers on the 25-man roster.
Showalter makes Orioles best bet in question-filled AL East
Luke Jones
A look around the rest of the division makes you feel better about Baltimore’s chances.
Clevenger, Garcia make Orioles’ 25-man roster for Opening Day
Luke Jones
The Pigtown native will be the backup catcher behind Caleb Joseph to begin the season.
2015 Orioles preview: Ryan Lavarnway
Luke Jones
Luke Jones will take a look at a member of the 2015 Orioles every day ahead of their April 6 opener.
2015 American League East preview
Luke Jones
Will Pablo Sandoval and the revamped Red Sox unseat the Orioles as division champions?
Webb reportedly clears waivers, Paredes likely heading to DL
Luke Jones
The Orioles reliever is still guaranteed his $2.75 million salary if he refuses a minor-league assignment.
2015 Orioles preview: Brian Matusz
Luke Jones
Luke Jones will take a look at a member of the 2015 Orioles every day ahead of their April 6 opener.
Five things that can’t happen for 2015 Orioles
Luke Jones
What factors would most hinder the Orioles’ chances to repeat as AL East champions?
2015 Orioles preview: Jimmy Paredes
Luke Jones
Luke Jones will take a look at a member of the 2015 Orioles every day ahead of their April 6 opener.
Detroit squashes tampering speculation from Bisciotti comments
Luke Jones
On Wednesday, the Ravens owner left the door open for Haloti Ngata to return next season.
Ravens set dates for offseason workouts, organized team activities
Luke Jones
Months away from their 20th season in Baltimore, the Ravens will officially return to work later this month to begin
Orioles’ Rule 5 pick Verrett claimed off waivers by Texas
Luke Jones
Feeling the roster crunch of having too many pitchers for few available roster spots, the Orioles saw Rule 5 selection
Five things that must go right for 2015 Orioles
Luke Jones
What factors will give the Orioles their best chance to repeat as AL East champions?
2015 Orioles preview: Matt Wieters
Luke Jones
Luke Jones will take a look at a member of the 2015 Orioles every day ahead of their April 6 opener.
Bisciotti thinks extension would be "win-win" for Flacco
Luke Jones
The Ravens quarterback’s salary cap figure is scheduled to climb to $28.55 million next season.
Ravens trade Gradkowski to Denver for 2016 pick considerations
Luke Jones
Baltimore will also exchange its 2016 fifth-round pick in exchange for the Broncos’ fourth-rounder.
Jimenez ejected from Friday night’s game
Luke Jones
Home plate umpire Jordan Baker threw the Orioles starter out for hitting Pablo Sandoval in the fourth inning.
Five questions pondering Joseph, Garcia, others
Luke Jones
The performance of Caleb Joseph continues to make the absence of Matt Wieters easier to swallow.
Separating wants from needs as Ravens approach NFL draft
Luke Jones
In retrospect, the Ravens were addressing a need in drafting inside linebacker C.J. Mosley last year.
Early thoughts on Orioles lineup
Luke Jones
Second baseman Jonathan Schoop has already hit three home runs in 2015.
Jones, Orioles don No. 42 jerseys for Jackie Robinson Day
Luke Jones
Major League Baseball recognized the 68th anniversary of Robinson breaking the color barrier.
Orioles remain in holding pattern with Wieters
Luke Jones
The All-Star catcher is currently throwing from up to 150 feet in Sarasota, but hasn’t caught in a game since being shut down in mid-March.
Thoughts on could-be, former, and never-were Ravens
Luke Jones
Luke Jones tackles the Reed-Polamalu debate along with a variety of other Ravens-related tidbits.
Orioles let one get away against Yankees
Luke Jones
Tommy Hunter wasn’t the only one to blame for the 6-5 defeat on Monday night.
Lough activated from DL, Gamboa optioned back to Norfolk
Luke Jones
BALTIMORE — After dealing with a crowded bullpen, an injury, and pitching struggles over the first week of the season,
Orioles musings on the opening week of the season
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers some thoughts on the first week of the 2015 season…
Jimenez offers reminder why Orioles wanted him
Luke Jones
The maligned right-hander pitched seven shutout innings and allowed only one hit Saturday night.
Orioles place left-handed reliever Wright on DL
Luke Jones
BALTIMORE — Faced with a crowded bullpen to begin the 2015 season, the Orioles will now have that problem alleviated
Former Baltimore Colts tight end Mutscheller dies at 85
Luke Jones
Photo courtesy of BaltimoreRavens.com The man who caught the pass to set up Alan Ameche’s iconic game-winning touchdown in the
A home opener to forget for the Orioles
Luke Jones
A poor spring carried over for starter Bud Norris in an ugly 12-5 loss for the Orioles on Friday.
Hardy still taking it slow with left shoulder
Luke Jones
Follow @WNST on Twitter for live updates and analysis from Camden Yards.
Ravens bring back offensive lineman Reid on one-year deal
Luke Jones
The 2011 third-round pick has started just seven games in four NFL seasons.
Ravens unveil 2015 preseason schedule
Luke Jones
Drew Brees and New Orleans will come to Baltimore for the preseason opener on Aug. 13.
Orioles trade Webb, minor-league catcher Ward to Dodgers
Luke Jones
After designating right-handed pitcher Ryan Webb for assignment hours before the start of the 2015 season, the Orioles have sent
Still no clear timetable for Wieters’ return
Luke Jones
The three-time All-Star catcher began a throwing progression last week.
Ravens host red-flag prospects Peters, Green-Beckham for visits
Luke Jones
Cornerback Marcus Peters is considered a first-round talent despite being kicked off the Washington football team last fall.
Numbers behind Orioles’ 6-5 win over Tampa Bay
Luke Jones
A 6-0 lead through two innings typically leads to a relaxing night of baseball, but it was anything but that
Is paralysis by analysis hurting Ravens at receiver?
Luke Jones
General manager Ozzie Newsome hasn’t taken a receiver outside the sixth or seventh round since 2011.
Maryland receiving all-too-early hype as top 5 team in 2015-16
Luke Jones
Even as the final tones of “One Shining Moment” were ringing in your head early Tuesday morning, the college basketball
Offseason script works perfectly for Orioles in opener
Luke Jones
Travis Snider looked the part of Nick Markakis in a season-opening 6-2 victory.
Orioles designate Webb for assignment, promote Lavarnway
Luke Jones
Baltimore will now begin the 2015 season with 13 pitchers on the 25-man roster.
Showalter makes Orioles best bet in question-filled AL East
Luke Jones
A look around the rest of the division makes you feel better about Baltimore’s chances.
Clevenger, Garcia make Orioles’ 25-man roster for Opening Day
Luke Jones
The Pigtown native will be the backup catcher behind Caleb Joseph to begin the season.
2015 Orioles preview: Ryan Lavarnway
Luke Jones
Luke Jones will take a look at a member of the 2015 Orioles every day ahead of their April 6 opener.
2015 American League East preview
Luke Jones
Will Pablo Sandoval and the revamped Red Sox unseat the Orioles as division champions?
Webb reportedly clears waivers, Paredes likely heading to DL
Luke Jones
The Orioles reliever is still guaranteed his $2.75 million salary if he refuses a minor-league assignment.
2015 Orioles preview: Brian Matusz
Luke Jones
Luke Jones will take a look at a member of the 2015 Orioles every day ahead of their April 6 opener.
Five things that can’t happen for 2015 Orioles
Luke Jones
What factors would most hinder the Orioles’ chances to repeat as AL East champions?
2015 Orioles preview: Jimmy Paredes
Luke Jones
Luke Jones will take a look at a member of the 2015 Orioles every day ahead of their April 6 opener.
Detroit squashes tampering speculation from Bisciotti comments
Luke Jones
On Wednesday, the Ravens owner left the door open for Haloti Ngata to return next season.
Ravens set dates for offseason workouts, organized team activities
Luke Jones
Months away from their 20th season in Baltimore, the Ravens will officially return to work later this month to begin
Orioles’ Rule 5 pick Verrett claimed off waivers by Texas
Luke Jones
Feeling the roster crunch of having too many pitchers for few available roster spots, the Orioles saw Rule 5 selection
Five things that must go right for 2015 Orioles
Luke Jones
What factors will give the Orioles their best chance to repeat as AL East champions?
2015 Orioles preview: Matt Wieters
Luke Jones
Luke Jones will take a look at a member of the 2015 Orioles every day ahead of their April 6 opener.
Bisciotti thinks extension would be "win-win" for Flacco
Luke Jones
The Ravens quarterback’s salary cap figure is scheduled to climb to $28.55 million next season.
Ravens trade Gradkowski to Denver for 2016 pick considerations
Luke Jones
Baltimore will also exchange its 2016 fifth-round pick in exchange for the Broncos’ fourth-rounder.
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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