October Orioles look too much like second-half club in Game 1 loss to Kansas City
Luke Jones
October was supposed to be different for Baltimore after a 5-1 finish to the regular season and the return of several players.
Luke Jones
Orioles set first-round playoff roster with 14 position players, 12 pitchers
Luke Jones
There were no major roster surprises as Brandon Hyde set the 26-man roster for the opening round of the playoffs.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts (and a prediction) for 2024 Wild Card Series
Luke Jones
Baltimore hopes to snap an eight-game postseason losing streak and send the upstart Kansas City Royals home.
Orioles to host Kansas City in best-of-three AL Wild Card Series
Luke Jones
Baltimore went 4-2 in the season series, but these clubs haven’t met since April.
Vorhees doubtful, Linderbaum questionable as Ravens host Buffalo for Sunday Night Football
Luke Jones
Left guard Andrew Vorhees missed the entire practice week after injuring his left ankle in last Sunday’s win at Dallas.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 4 clash with Buffalo
Luke Jones
Kyle Hamilton will be key in trying to slow the dynamic dual-threat ability of Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
Orioles shorten up Burnes ahead of next week’s Game 1 while another pitching concern emerges
Luke Jones
Reliever Yennier Cano had another rough outing on Thursday night to continue a trying September.
Ravens offensive line banged up ahead of Sunday night clash with undefeated Buffalo
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum was one of three starting offensive linemen to sit out Wednesday’s practice.
Orioles shut down starter Grayson Rodriguez for remainder of 2024
Luke Jones
Manager Brandon Hyde announced Wednesday that Rodriguez won’t return for the postseason.
Orioles clinch playoff spot in back-to-back seasons for first time since 1996-97
Luke Jones
Baltimore beat the New York Yankees in a 5-3 final at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday night.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 3 win at Dallas
Luke Jones
Derrick Henry ran all over a Cowboys defense that looked allergic to tackling.
Mountcastle activated, Jimenez optioned as Orioles begin final road trip
Luke Jones
Ryan Mountcastle is back after being sidelined with a sprained left wrist since Aug. 22.
Ravens notebook: Ngakoue’s return, Tucker’s technique issue, rulebook loophole
Luke Jones
The 29-year-old Maryland product spent part of the 2020 season with Baltimore, recording three sacks in nine regular-season games.
Ravens find way to finish — by the skin of their teeth — in Dallas
Luke Jones
A win is a win when you’re 0-2, but John Harbaugh’s team has to learn how to close out games better than that.
Westburg, Urias make much-awaited returns to Orioles lineup
Luke Jones
All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg returned Sunday from a fractured right hand sustained on July 31.
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Will Baltimore avoid the second 0-3 start in franchise history?
Harbaugh alludes to changes along Ravens offensive line for Week 3 trip to Dallas
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How might Baltimore line up against the Cowboys on Sunday afternoon?
Santander’s blast gives “breath of fresh air,” but can it provide spark for reeling Orioles?
Luke Jones
The Orioles couldn’t afford to lose a game they’d led since the fourth inning on Thursday.
Hamilton dealing with back issue as Ravens prepare for Week 3 tilt with Dallas
Luke Jones
Kyle Hamilton played every defensive snap in the Week 2 loss to Las Vegas, but he occasionally looked to be in discomfort.
Orioles designate former closer Craig Kimbrel for assignment
Luke Jones
The 36-year-old allowed a career-high six runs on Tuesday and owned a 10.59 ERA in the second half.
Time not on Orioles’ side trying to get Grayson Rodriguez back for October run
Luke Jones
Mike Elias said Rodriguez continues “doing really well” recovering from a lat strain, but the postseason begins in just two weeks.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 2 loss to Las Vegas
Luke Jones
Going back to 2022, Baltimore has suffered nine defeats in which it led by multiple scores or owned a fourth-quarter lead.
Offseason concerns rear ugly head in Ravens’ fourth-quarter collapse against Las Vegas
Luke Jones
“We’ve got to find our mojo. We’ve got to find and do what we do because that’s not us at all.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 2 meeting with Las Vegas
Luke Jones
Baltimore looks to avoid its first 0-2 start since the 2015 season.
Wiggins out, Van Noy questionable for Ravens’ home opener against Las Vegas
Luke Jones
Rookie first-round cornerback Nate Wiggins was involved in a car accident earlier this week, which will sideline him for Sunday.
Orioles still seeking longer bullpen chain entering final stretch of season
Luke Jones
Left-hander Danny Coulombe began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday.
Lamar Jackson returns to practice as Ravens continue ramping up for home opener
Luke Jones
The reigning MVP quarterback wasn’t even listed on Wednesday’s injury report after sitting out Monday.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts approaching final stretch of regular season
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings as Baltimore tries to keep up with the first-place New York Yankees.
Lamar Jackson, Kyle Van Noy sit out practice as Ravens begin Week 2 preparations
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh wouldn’t disclose why his franchise quarterback wasn’t taking part on Monday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 1 loss in Kansas City
Luke Jones
Illegal formation madness aside, Ronnie Stanley was a bright spot for an offensive line with plenty of concerns overall.
Another long road awaits Ravens for next shot to prove Kansas City isn’t their “kryptonite”
Luke Jones
“They’re not my kryptonite.” Roughly 30 minutes after the Ravens lost Thursday’s 27-20 heartbreaker to Kansas City by an Isaiah
Seven Ravens predictions for the 2024 season
Luke Jones
What’s next for Kyle Hamilton after he was a first-team All-Pro safety in his second season?
Ravens place rookie RB Rasheen Ali on IR, sign ILB Josh Ross to 53-man roster
Luke Jones
In addition to promoting Ross, Baltimore elevated two others to help out on special teams in the season opener.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 1 clash in Kansas City
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his thoughts on the season opener and which team will prevail on Thursday night.
Ravens officially rule out Isaac, list Ali doubtful for Week 1 trip to Kansas City
Luke Jones
The two rookies were the only members of Baltimore’s 53-man roster listed on the final injury report.
Week 1 showdown encapsulates challenge of long 2024 season for Ravens
Luke Jones
A season-opening clash with Kansas City only reminds how far Baltimore has to go to get a true chance for revenge.
Ravens’ health looking up as season-opening showdown with Kansas City nears
Luke Jones
Tight end Mark Andrews is practicing after sitting out the last two weeks of training camp following a car accident.
As calendar turns to September, injury picture remains mixed bag for Orioles
Luke Jones
After spraining his right ankle in Saturday’s loss, third baseman Ramon Urias was placed on the 10-day injured list.
Orioles need their stars to start playing like stars again to escape muck of mediocrity
Luke Jones
Adley Rutschman has been one of the worst qualified hitters in baseball since July 1.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following final cuts and roster maneuvering
Luke Jones
General manager Eric DeCosta talks expectations as Baltimore prepares to kick off 2024 in Kansas City next Thursday night.
October Orioles look too much like second-half club in Game 1 loss to Kansas City
Luke Jones
October was supposed to be different for Baltimore after a 5-1 finish to the regular season and the return of several players.
Orioles set first-round playoff roster with 14 position players, 12 pitchers
Luke Jones
There were no major roster surprises as Brandon Hyde set the 26-man roster for the opening round of the playoffs.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts (and a prediction) for 2024 Wild Card Series
Luke Jones
Baltimore hopes to snap an eight-game postseason losing streak and send the upstart Kansas City Royals home.
Orioles to host Kansas City in best-of-three AL Wild Card Series
Luke Jones
Baltimore went 4-2 in the season series, but these clubs haven’t met since April.
Vorhees doubtful, Linderbaum questionable as Ravens host Buffalo for Sunday Night Football
Luke Jones
Left guard Andrew Vorhees missed the entire practice week after injuring his left ankle in last Sunday’s win at Dallas.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 4 clash with Buffalo
Luke Jones
Kyle Hamilton will be key in trying to slow the dynamic dual-threat ability of Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
Orioles shorten up Burnes ahead of next week’s Game 1 while another pitching concern emerges
Luke Jones
Reliever Yennier Cano had another rough outing on Thursday night to continue a trying September.
Ravens offensive line banged up ahead of Sunday night clash with undefeated Buffalo
Luke Jones
Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum was one of three starting offensive linemen to sit out Wednesday’s practice.
Orioles shut down starter Grayson Rodriguez for remainder of 2024
Luke Jones
Manager Brandon Hyde announced Wednesday that Rodriguez won’t return for the postseason.
Orioles clinch playoff spot in back-to-back seasons for first time since 1996-97
Luke Jones
Baltimore beat the New York Yankees in a 5-3 final at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday night.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 3 win at Dallas
Luke Jones
Derrick Henry ran all over a Cowboys defense that looked allergic to tackling.
Mountcastle activated, Jimenez optioned as Orioles begin final road trip
Luke Jones
Ryan Mountcastle is back after being sidelined with a sprained left wrist since Aug. 22.
Ravens notebook: Ngakoue’s return, Tucker’s technique issue, rulebook loophole
Luke Jones
The 29-year-old Maryland product spent part of the 2020 season with Baltimore, recording three sacks in nine regular-season games.
Ravens find way to finish — by the skin of their teeth — in Dallas
Luke Jones
A win is a win when you’re 0-2, but John Harbaugh’s team has to learn how to close out games better than that.
Westburg, Urias make much-awaited returns to Orioles lineup
Luke Jones
All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg returned Sunday from a fractured right hand sustained on July 31.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 3 tilt at Dallas
Luke Jones
Will Baltimore avoid the second 0-3 start in franchise history?
Harbaugh alludes to changes along Ravens offensive line for Week 3 trip to Dallas
Luke Jones
How might Baltimore line up against the Cowboys on Sunday afternoon?
Santander’s blast gives “breath of fresh air,” but can it provide spark for reeling Orioles?
Luke Jones
The Orioles couldn’t afford to lose a game they’d led since the fourth inning on Thursday.
Hamilton dealing with back issue as Ravens prepare for Week 3 tilt with Dallas
Luke Jones
Kyle Hamilton played every defensive snap in the Week 2 loss to Las Vegas, but he occasionally looked to be in discomfort.
Orioles designate former closer Craig Kimbrel for assignment
Luke Jones
The 36-year-old allowed a career-high six runs on Tuesday and owned a 10.59 ERA in the second half.
Time not on Orioles’ side trying to get Grayson Rodriguez back for October run
Luke Jones
Mike Elias said Rodriguez continues “doing really well” recovering from a lat strain, but the postseason begins in just two weeks.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 2 loss to Las Vegas
Luke Jones
Going back to 2022, Baltimore has suffered nine defeats in which it led by multiple scores or owned a fourth-quarter lead.
Offseason concerns rear ugly head in Ravens’ fourth-quarter collapse against Las Vegas
Luke Jones
“We’ve got to find our mojo. We’ve got to find and do what we do because that’s not us at all.”
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 2 meeting with Las Vegas
Luke Jones
Baltimore looks to avoid its first 0-2 start since the 2015 season.
Wiggins out, Van Noy questionable for Ravens’ home opener against Las Vegas
Luke Jones
Rookie first-round cornerback Nate Wiggins was involved in a car accident earlier this week, which will sideline him for Sunday.
Orioles still seeking longer bullpen chain entering final stretch of season
Luke Jones
Left-hander Danny Coulombe began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Norfolk on Wednesday.
Lamar Jackson returns to practice as Ravens continue ramping up for home opener
Luke Jones
The reigning MVP quarterback wasn’t even listed on Wednesday’s injury report after sitting out Monday.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts approaching final stretch of regular season
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings as Baltimore tries to keep up with the first-place New York Yankees.
Lamar Jackson, Kyle Van Noy sit out practice as Ravens begin Week 2 preparations
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh wouldn’t disclose why his franchise quarterback wasn’t taking part on Monday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 1 loss in Kansas City
Luke Jones
Illegal formation madness aside, Ronnie Stanley was a bright spot for an offensive line with plenty of concerns overall.
Another long road awaits Ravens for next shot to prove Kansas City isn’t their “kryptonite”
Luke Jones
“They’re not my kryptonite.” Roughly 30 minutes after the Ravens lost Thursday’s 27-20 heartbreaker to Kansas City by an Isaiah
Seven Ravens predictions for the 2024 season
Luke Jones
What’s next for Kyle Hamilton after he was a first-team All-Pro safety in his second season?
Ravens place rookie RB Rasheen Ali on IR, sign ILB Josh Ross to 53-man roster
Luke Jones
In addition to promoting Ross, Baltimore elevated two others to help out on special teams in the season opener.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 1 clash in Kansas City
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Luke Jones offers his thoughts on the season opener and which team will prevail on Thursday night.
Ravens officially rule out Isaac, list Ali doubtful for Week 1 trip to Kansas City
Luke Jones
The two rookies were the only members of Baltimore’s 53-man roster listed on the final injury report.
Week 1 showdown encapsulates challenge of long 2024 season for Ravens
Luke Jones
A season-opening clash with Kansas City only reminds how far Baltimore has to go to get a true chance for revenge.
Ravens’ health looking up as season-opening showdown with Kansas City nears
Luke Jones
Tight end Mark Andrews is practicing after sitting out the last two weeks of training camp following a car accident.
As calendar turns to September, injury picture remains mixed bag for Orioles
Luke Jones
After spraining his right ankle in Saturday’s loss, third baseman Ramon Urias was placed on the 10-day injured list.
Orioles need their stars to start playing like stars again to escape muck of mediocrity
Luke Jones
Adley Rutschman has been one of the worst qualified hitters in baseball since July 1.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following final cuts and roster maneuvering
Luke Jones
General manager Eric DeCosta talks expectations as Baltimore prepares to kick off 2024 in Kansas City next Thursday night.
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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