Predicting the initial 53-man roster for the 2025 Ravens
Luke Jones
Will undrafted rookie cornerback Keyon Martin stick on the 53-man roster after an impressive preseason?
Luke Jones
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 2025 preseason finale
Luke Jones
Baltimore flattened Washington in a 30-3 win on Saturday afternoon.
Orioles make smart and necessary move signing Basallo to long-term deal
Luke Jones
Baltimore not only made a savvy move extending an immensely talented 21-year-old, but it’s an encouraging signal to fans.
Ravens-Commanders preseason primer: Five bubble players to watch
Luke Jones
Will special-teams contributions keep second-year safety Beau Brade on the 53-man roster?
Rutschman to IL with another oblique strain, Orioles feel for Bautista after shoulder surgery
Luke Jones
Whether Adley Rutschman returns before season’s end is up in the air, but Samuel Basallo will become the primary catcher in the meantime.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts leading up to Saturday’s preseason finale
Luke Jones
A team spokesman assured Lamar Jackson is “totally fine” after he was stepped on and exited practice early on Wednesday.
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster after second preseason game
Luke Jones
Will undrafted rookie defensive back Reuben Lowery make the 53-man roster?
Alexander, Hopkins working through knee issues as Ravens wind down preseason
Luke Jones
Cornerback Jaire Alexander hasn’t practiced since Aug. 9 while continuing to manage his right knee.
Orioles finally make much-needed good news with fruitful weekend in Houston
Luke Jones
Top prospect Samuel Basallo capped a fun weekend with his first major league hit and RBIs in his long-awaited debut on Sunday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following preseason win at Dallas
Luke Jones
Talented rookie Tyler Loop has officially won the kicking job, but keeping it all season and beyond will mark the true test.
Orioles call up outfield prospect Dylan Beavers to the majors
Luke Jones
A fantastic 2025 season at Triple-A Norfolk landed the 24-year-old on Baseball America’s updated top 100 prospects list.
Ravens-Cowboys preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Sanoussi Kane is receiving every chance to secure the No. 3 safety spot this summer.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 17 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Baltimore conducted its final padded practice Wednesday before the second preseason tilt at Dallas.
Orioles’ Bautista out rest of 2025 with “significant” shoulder injury; Eflin also done for season
Luke Jones
Former All-Star closer Felix Bautista hurt his shoulder in late July and will see another specialist later this week.
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster after first preseason game
Luke Jones
What does the cornerback depth look like in the aftermath of a couple season-ending injuries?
Health woes persist as Orioles send Cowser, O’Neill to injured list while activating Mountcastle
Luke Jones
Colton Cowser is dealing with “very mild” symptoms that landed him on the seven-day concussion IL on Friday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following preseason win over Indianapolis
Luke Jones
Rookie LaJohntay Wester’s 87-yard punt return for a touchdown was one of the highlights from the 24-16 victory.
Ravens-Colts preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Rookie second-round pick Mike Green figures to see extensive action to try to build on his strong start to training camp.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following joint practice with Indianapolis
Luke Jones
The practice with the Colts was headlined by a fight that led to the ejection of second-year cornerback Nate Wiggins.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Sunday’s stadium practice
Luke Jones
Rookie kicker Tyler Loop’s perfect performance highlighted Sunday’s workout at M&T Bank Stadium.
Orioles pitcher Grayson Rodriguez to undergo season-ending elbow surgery
Luke Jones
The 25-year-old last pitched on July 31, 2024, but the procedure wouldn’t be UCL reconstruction, per GM Mike Elias.
Real work now begins for Elias, Orioles after inevitable sell-off of disappointment
Luke Jones
The trade deadline came and went with the Orioles dealing nine major leaguers for what resulted in 16 minor-league players over the course of July.
Ravens tight end Likely could miss start of season after fracturing foot
Luke Jones
Isaiah Likely will undergo surgery to repair a fracture in his foot suffered late in Tuesday’s practice.
Bautista injury, deadline trades leave Orioles bullpen as total unknown moving forward
Luke Jones
What the bullpen will look like for the rest of 2025 and beyond is anyone’s guess.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 6 of open training camp
Luke Jones
The first real headline of training camp wasn’t a good one Tuesday with Isaiah Likely suffered an ankle injury.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 5 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple observations as players practiced in full pads for the first time on Monday.
As trade deadline looms, others nearing return for Orioles
Luke Jones
After a rehab stint at Triple-A Norfolk, catcher Adley Rutschman is expected to be activated from the injured list on Monday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Days 2 and 3 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Veteran newcomer Jaire Alexander appears to be meshing well with Marlon Humphrey and the rest of the Baltimore secondary.
Orioles closer Felix Bautista goes to 15-day injured list with sore right shoulder
Luke Jones
The 30-year-old had labored through a season-high 34 pitches to record the save in last Sunday’s win at Tampa Bay.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 1 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple observations from the first full-squad practice on Wednesday.
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster as training camp opens
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his first 53-man roster projection as Baltimore’s summer practices get underway.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts at start of 2025 training camp
Luke Jones
Baltimore will hold its first full-squad practice of training camp on Wednesday.
Five questions for Ravens special teams entering training camp
Luke Jones
Will Tyler Loop be able to fill the kicking shoes of Justin Tucker?
Five questions for Ravens defense entering training camp
Luke Jones
Will a secondary consisting of five former first-round picks live up to the hype in 2025?
Ravens sign second-round pick Mike Green two days after rookies report for training camp
Luke Jones
League-wide movement to sign second-round picks has been slow due to a push for more guaranteed money from players and agents.
Five questions for Ravens offense entering training camp
Luke Jones
Entering his eighth season, two-time MVP Lamar Jackson is at the top of his game and needs only a Super Bowl to cement his legacy.
Orioles slugger Ryan O’Hearn goes hitless in his first All-Star Game
Luke Jones
The AL’s starting DH was a worthy selection, but his presence was perceived elsewhere as more of a showcase for trade suitors.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at 2025 All-Star break
Luke Jones
Though improved since Tony Mansolino took over for Brandon Hyde, Baltimore hasn’t been nearly good enough to save its season.
Orioles’ O’Hearn voted starting DH for 2025 All-Star Game
Luke Jones
Ryan O’Hearn will be the starting DH for the American League at the Midsummer Classic.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts counting down to training camp
Luke Jones
Kyle Van Noy has collected 21 1/2 of his 55 career sacks in two seasons with Baltimore.
Predicting the initial 53-man roster for the 2025 Ravens
Luke Jones
Will undrafted rookie cornerback Keyon Martin stick on the 53-man roster after an impressive preseason?
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 2025 preseason finale
Luke Jones
Baltimore flattened Washington in a 30-3 win on Saturday afternoon.
Orioles make smart and necessary move signing Basallo to long-term deal
Luke Jones
Baltimore not only made a savvy move extending an immensely talented 21-year-old, but it’s an encouraging signal to fans.
Ravens-Commanders preseason primer: Five bubble players to watch
Luke Jones
Will special-teams contributions keep second-year safety Beau Brade on the 53-man roster?
Rutschman to IL with another oblique strain, Orioles feel for Bautista after shoulder surgery
Luke Jones
Whether Adley Rutschman returns before season’s end is up in the air, but Samuel Basallo will become the primary catcher in the meantime.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts leading up to Saturday’s preseason finale
Luke Jones
A team spokesman assured Lamar Jackson is “totally fine” after he was stepped on and exited practice early on Wednesday.
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster after second preseason game
Luke Jones
Will undrafted rookie defensive back Reuben Lowery make the 53-man roster?
Alexander, Hopkins working through knee issues as Ravens wind down preseason
Luke Jones
Cornerback Jaire Alexander hasn’t practiced since Aug. 9 while continuing to manage his right knee.
Orioles finally make much-needed good news with fruitful weekend in Houston
Luke Jones
Top prospect Samuel Basallo capped a fun weekend with his first major league hit and RBIs in his long-awaited debut on Sunday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following preseason win at Dallas
Luke Jones
Talented rookie Tyler Loop has officially won the kicking job, but keeping it all season and beyond will mark the true test.
Orioles call up outfield prospect Dylan Beavers to the majors
Luke Jones
A fantastic 2025 season at Triple-A Norfolk landed the 24-year-old on Baseball America’s updated top 100 prospects list.
Ravens-Cowboys preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Sanoussi Kane is receiving every chance to secure the No. 3 safety spot this summer.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 17 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Baltimore conducted its final padded practice Wednesday before the second preseason tilt at Dallas.
Orioles’ Bautista out rest of 2025 with “significant” shoulder injury; Eflin also done for season
Luke Jones
Former All-Star closer Felix Bautista hurt his shoulder in late July and will see another specialist later this week.
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster after first preseason game
Luke Jones
What does the cornerback depth look like in the aftermath of a couple season-ending injuries?
Health woes persist as Orioles send Cowser, O’Neill to injured list while activating Mountcastle
Luke Jones
Colton Cowser is dealing with “very mild” symptoms that landed him on the seven-day concussion IL on Friday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following preseason win over Indianapolis
Luke Jones
Rookie LaJohntay Wester’s 87-yard punt return for a touchdown was one of the highlights from the 24-16 victory.
Ravens-Colts preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Rookie second-round pick Mike Green figures to see extensive action to try to build on his strong start to training camp.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following joint practice with Indianapolis
Luke Jones
The practice with the Colts was headlined by a fight that led to the ejection of second-year cornerback Nate Wiggins.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Sunday’s stadium practice
Luke Jones
Rookie kicker Tyler Loop’s perfect performance highlighted Sunday’s workout at M&T Bank Stadium.
Orioles pitcher Grayson Rodriguez to undergo season-ending elbow surgery
Luke Jones
The 25-year-old last pitched on July 31, 2024, but the procedure wouldn’t be UCL reconstruction, per GM Mike Elias.
Real work now begins for Elias, Orioles after inevitable sell-off of disappointment
Luke Jones
The trade deadline came and went with the Orioles dealing nine major leaguers for what resulted in 16 minor-league players over the course of July.
Ravens tight end Likely could miss start of season after fracturing foot
Luke Jones
Isaiah Likely will undergo surgery to repair a fracture in his foot suffered late in Tuesday’s practice.
Bautista injury, deadline trades leave Orioles bullpen as total unknown moving forward
Luke Jones
What the bullpen will look like for the rest of 2025 and beyond is anyone’s guess.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 6 of open training camp
Luke Jones
The first real headline of training camp wasn’t a good one Tuesday with Isaiah Likely suffered an ankle injury.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 5 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple observations as players practiced in full pads for the first time on Monday.
As trade deadline looms, others nearing return for Orioles
Luke Jones
After a rehab stint at Triple-A Norfolk, catcher Adley Rutschman is expected to be activated from the injured list on Monday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Days 2 and 3 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Veteran newcomer Jaire Alexander appears to be meshing well with Marlon Humphrey and the rest of the Baltimore secondary.
Orioles closer Felix Bautista goes to 15-day injured list with sore right shoulder
Luke Jones
The 30-year-old had labored through a season-high 34 pitches to record the save in last Sunday’s win at Tampa Bay.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 1 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple observations from the first full-squad practice on Wednesday.
Sizing up the 2025 Ravens roster as training camp opens
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his first 53-man roster projection as Baltimore’s summer practices get underway.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts at start of 2025 training camp
Luke Jones
Baltimore will hold its first full-squad practice of training camp on Wednesday.
Five questions for Ravens special teams entering training camp
Luke Jones
Will Tyler Loop be able to fill the kicking shoes of Justin Tucker?
Five questions for Ravens defense entering training camp
Luke Jones
Will a secondary consisting of five former first-round picks live up to the hype in 2025?
Ravens sign second-round pick Mike Green two days after rookies report for training camp
Luke Jones
League-wide movement to sign second-round picks has been slow due to a push for more guaranteed money from players and agents.
Five questions for Ravens offense entering training camp
Luke Jones
Entering his eighth season, two-time MVP Lamar Jackson is at the top of his game and needs only a Super Bowl to cement his legacy.
Orioles slugger Ryan O’Hearn goes hitless in his first All-Star Game
Luke Jones
The AL’s starting DH was a worthy selection, but his presence was perceived elsewhere as more of a showcase for trade suitors.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts at 2025 All-Star break
Luke Jones
Though improved since Tony Mansolino took over for Brandon Hyde, Baltimore hasn’t been nearly good enough to save its season.
Orioles’ O’Hearn voted starting DH for 2025 All-Star Game
Luke Jones
Ryan O’Hearn will be the starting DH for the American League at the Midsummer Classic.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts counting down to training camp
Luke Jones
Kyle Van Noy has collected 21 1/2 of his 55 career sacks in two seasons with Baltimore.
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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