After quiet waiver period, Ravens begin forming 16-man practice squad
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After going unclaimed on waivers, undrafted rookie receiver Dayton Wade signed to Baltimore’s practice squad.
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Breaking down 2024 Ravens’ initial 53-man roster
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his early thoughts on the roster counting down to the Sept. 5 opener in Kansas City.
Ravens keep Terps product Brade, cut rookie quarterback Leary to set initial 53-man roster
Luke Jones
Former Maryland safety Beau Brade was the only undrafted rookie to make the 53-man roster on a predictable cutdown day.
Pro Bowl center Linderbaum returns to practice as Ravens begin making roster cuts
Luke Jones
Tyler Linderbaum hadn’t practiced since Aug. 1 and was sporting a new neck roll on top of his shoulder pads.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series split with Houston
Luke Jones
Luke Jones recaps an up-and-down series against the Astros as Baltimore now heads out west.
Predicting the initial 53-man roster for the 2024 Ravens
Luke Jones
Luke Jones makes his final 53-man roster projection before Tuesday’s 4 p.m. cutdown.
Ravens offensive line coach Joe D’Alessandris dies at age 70
Luke Jones
The revered assistant had been hospitalized with what the organization described as “an acute illness” two weeks ago.
Ravens-Packers preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Which bubble players need a strong performance in Saturday’s preseason finale?
Opportunity cost of Rogers trade already looking dubious for Elias, Orioles
Luke Jones
Despite Baltimore having lost two starters to injury since trading for Trevor Rogers, the lefty was optioned to the minors Thursday.
Sizing up the 2024 Ravens roster entering the preseason finale
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest 53-man roster projection with cutdown day less than a week away.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts at conclusion of open training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after the final open practices of summer in Owings Mills.
Orioles pitching woes continue as Eflin goes to IL with shoulder inflammation
Luke Jones
Acquired at the trade deadline, Zach Eflin won each of his first four starts for Baltimore, posting an impressive 2.13 ERA.
Suarez again comes to rescue to help Orioles avoid lost weekend
Luke Jones
Albert Suarez logged his league-leading eighth scoreless start of five-plus innings to help Baltimore salvage a split with Boston.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 13-12 preseason win over Atlanta
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings after the second preseason game.
Rutschman “day to day” for Orioles after being scratched with lower back discomfort
Luke Jones
The Baltimore catcher had been scheduled to lead off against Boston on Friday night.
Ravens-Falcons preseason primer: Five players to watch
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After missing the opener with a lower leg injury, projected return specialist Deonte Harty should make his preseason debut.
Even when other areas click, Orioles bullpen remains big question moving forward
Luke Jones
Off to a good start with Baltimore, Seranthony Dominguez appears to have seized the closer role for the time being.
Ravens offensive line coach Joe D’Alessandris to miss “significant” time with illness
Luke Jones
D’Alessandris, 70, has been on Baltimore’s staff since 2017.
Sizing up the 2024 Ravens roster following the preseason opener
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers a 53-man roster projection with two preseason games remaining.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 17 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers observations as the Ravens practiced in full pads for a second straight day.
Ravens appear to dodge injury bullets with Hamilton, Wiggins
Luke Jones
All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton suffered an injury scare late in Sunday’s practice.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 16-13 preseason loss to Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings on the first preseason game of the summer.
Ravens rookie cornerback Wiggins exits standout preseason debut with shoulder injury
Luke Jones
First-round pick Nate Wiggins broke up three passes on the opening drive alone.
Ravens-Eagles preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Many eyes will be the offensive line as Baltimore must replace three starters from last season.
Even with Maulet absence, Ravens have no shortage of options for nickel package
Luke Jones
Slot cornerback Arthur Maulet could miss the start of the season after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery.
As pitching concerns persist, Orioles need bats to do heaviest lifting down stretch
Luke Jones
Baltimore offered encouraging news about Grayson Rodriguez on Wednesday, but reliever Jacob Webb joined him on the IL.
Rodriguez scratched from Tuesday’s start, creating significant concern for Orioles
Luke Jones
Grayson Rodriguez is dealing with “right lat/teres discomfort” and is returning to Baltimore for further evaluation.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 14 of open training camp
Luke Jones
The Ravens conducted their annual slip-and-slide fumble recovery drill for the rookies to conclude a hot practice day.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 13 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Rashod Bateman had the play of the day Monday, but he appeared shaken up after his leaping touchdown grab.
Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum dealing with “minor soft-tissue” injury
Luke Jones
The Pro Bowl center is expected to return “sometime next week,” according to John Harbaugh.
Top corner infield prospect Coby Mayo set to join Orioles in Cleveland
Luke Jones
The slugging corner infielder is Baltimore’s No. 3 prospect and the 15th-best prospect in baseball, according to MLB.com.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 10 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Second-round rookie Roger Rosengarten saw a more extended look as the first-team right tackle on Thursday.
As Holliday thrills in return, Orioles lose Westburg to fractured right hand
Luke Jones
All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg was struck on the right hand with a 95-mph fastball in Wednesday’s win over Toronto.
In wake of trade deadline, top prospect Holliday returns to Orioles for stretch run
Luke Jones
The 20-year-old consensus top prospect in baseball is back in the majors for the first time since late April.
Orioles make flurry of moves before trade deadline, but what impact will they bring?
Luke Jones
The trade for Miami left-handed starter Trevor Rogers headlined a busy trade deadline day for Mike Elias.
Amid trade rumors, Mountcastle and Mullins still helping Orioles win games
Luke Jones
Ryan Mountcastle and Cedric Mullins were pivotal parts of Sunday’s win over San Diego and have heated up at the plate recently.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following first two padded practices of training camp
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson was back on the practice field and looked like his usual self on Saturday afternoon.
Eflin acquisition, Hays departure signal shifts in approach for contending Orioles
Luke Jones
Veteran starter Zach Eflin is owed $18 million next year, the biggest contractual commitment Baltimore has made under Mike Elias.
Lamar Jackson once again sidelined from Ravens practice with lingering illness
Luke Jones
“It’s just an unpredictable deal. You guys have been sick before and sometimes it’s not easy, so that’s what we’re dealing with.”
Orioles officially place Mateo on injured list, recall Norby for Miami series finale
Luke Jones
Infielder Jorge Mateo is out indefinitely after injuring his left elbow in Tuesday loss in Miami.
After quiet waiver period, Ravens begin forming 16-man practice squad
Luke Jones
After going unclaimed on waivers, undrafted rookie receiver Dayton Wade signed to Baltimore’s practice squad.
Breaking down 2024 Ravens’ initial 53-man roster
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his early thoughts on the roster counting down to the Sept. 5 opener in Kansas City.
Ravens keep Terps product Brade, cut rookie quarterback Leary to set initial 53-man roster
Luke Jones
Former Maryland safety Beau Brade was the only undrafted rookie to make the 53-man roster on a predictable cutdown day.
Pro Bowl center Linderbaum returns to practice as Ravens begin making roster cuts
Luke Jones
Tyler Linderbaum hadn’t practiced since Aug. 1 and was sporting a new neck roll on top of his shoulder pads.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series split with Houston
Luke Jones
Luke Jones recaps an up-and-down series against the Astros as Baltimore now heads out west.
Predicting the initial 53-man roster for the 2024 Ravens
Luke Jones
Luke Jones makes his final 53-man roster projection before Tuesday’s 4 p.m. cutdown.
Ravens offensive line coach Joe D’Alessandris dies at age 70
Luke Jones
The revered assistant had been hospitalized with what the organization described as “an acute illness” two weeks ago.
Ravens-Packers preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Which bubble players need a strong performance in Saturday’s preseason finale?
Opportunity cost of Rogers trade already looking dubious for Elias, Orioles
Luke Jones
Despite Baltimore having lost two starters to injury since trading for Trevor Rogers, the lefty was optioned to the minors Thursday.
Sizing up the 2024 Ravens roster entering the preseason finale
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest 53-man roster projection with cutdown day less than a week away.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts at conclusion of open training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his latest purple musings after the final open practices of summer in Owings Mills.
Orioles pitching woes continue as Eflin goes to IL with shoulder inflammation
Luke Jones
Acquired at the trade deadline, Zach Eflin won each of his first four starts for Baltimore, posting an impressive 2.13 ERA.
Suarez again comes to rescue to help Orioles avoid lost weekend
Luke Jones
Albert Suarez logged his league-leading eighth scoreless start of five-plus innings to help Baltimore salvage a split with Boston.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 13-12 preseason win over Atlanta
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings after the second preseason game.
Rutschman “day to day” for Orioles after being scratched with lower back discomfort
Luke Jones
The Baltimore catcher had been scheduled to lead off against Boston on Friday night.
Ravens-Falcons preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
After missing the opener with a lower leg injury, projected return specialist Deonte Harty should make his preseason debut.
Even when other areas click, Orioles bullpen remains big question moving forward
Luke Jones
Off to a good start with Baltimore, Seranthony Dominguez appears to have seized the closer role for the time being.
Ravens offensive line coach Joe D’Alessandris to miss “significant” time with illness
Luke Jones
D’Alessandris, 70, has been on Baltimore’s staff since 2017.
Sizing up the 2024 Ravens roster following the preseason opener
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers a 53-man roster projection with two preseason games remaining.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 17 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers observations as the Ravens practiced in full pads for a second straight day.
Ravens appear to dodge injury bullets with Hamilton, Wiggins
Luke Jones
All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton suffered an injury scare late in Sunday’s practice.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following 16-13 preseason loss to Philadelphia
Luke Jones
Luke Jones offers his purple musings on the first preseason game of the summer.
Ravens rookie cornerback Wiggins exits standout preseason debut with shoulder injury
Luke Jones
First-round pick Nate Wiggins broke up three passes on the opening drive alone.
Ravens-Eagles preseason primer: Five players to watch
Luke Jones
Many eyes will be the offensive line as Baltimore must replace three starters from last season.
Even with Maulet absence, Ravens have no shortage of options for nickel package
Luke Jones
Slot cornerback Arthur Maulet could miss the start of the season after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery.
As pitching concerns persist, Orioles need bats to do heaviest lifting down stretch
Luke Jones
Baltimore offered encouraging news about Grayson Rodriguez on Wednesday, but reliever Jacob Webb joined him on the IL.
Rodriguez scratched from Tuesday’s start, creating significant concern for Orioles
Luke Jones
Grayson Rodriguez is dealing with “right lat/teres discomfort” and is returning to Baltimore for further evaluation.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 14 of open training camp
Luke Jones
The Ravens conducted their annual slip-and-slide fumble recovery drill for the rookies to conclude a hot practice day.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 13 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Rashod Bateman had the play of the day Monday, but he appeared shaken up after his leaping touchdown grab.
Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum dealing with “minor soft-tissue” injury
Luke Jones
The Pro Bowl center is expected to return “sometime next week,” according to John Harbaugh.
Top corner infield prospect Coby Mayo set to join Orioles in Cleveland
Luke Jones
The slugging corner infielder is Baltimore’s No. 3 prospect and the 15th-best prospect in baseball, according to MLB.com.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 10 of open training camp
Luke Jones
Second-round rookie Roger Rosengarten saw a more extended look as the first-team right tackle on Thursday.
As Holliday thrills in return, Orioles lose Westburg to fractured right hand
Luke Jones
All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg was struck on the right hand with a 95-mph fastball in Wednesday’s win over Toronto.
In wake of trade deadline, top prospect Holliday returns to Orioles for stretch run
Luke Jones
The 20-year-old consensus top prospect in baseball is back in the majors for the first time since late April.
Orioles make flurry of moves before trade deadline, but what impact will they bring?
Luke Jones
The trade for Miami left-handed starter Trevor Rogers headlined a busy trade deadline day for Mike Elias.
Amid trade rumors, Mountcastle and Mullins still helping Orioles win games
Luke Jones
Ryan Mountcastle and Cedric Mullins were pivotal parts of Sunday’s win over San Diego and have heated up at the plate recently.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following first two padded practices of training camp
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson was back on the practice field and looked like his usual self on Saturday afternoon.
Eflin acquisition, Hays departure signal shifts in approach for contending Orioles
Luke Jones
Veteran starter Zach Eflin is owed $18 million next year, the biggest contractual commitment Baltimore has made under Mike Elias.
Lamar Jackson once again sidelined from Ravens practice with lingering illness
Luke Jones
“It’s just an unpredictable deal. You guys have been sick before and sometimes it’s not easy, so that’s what we’re dealing with.”
Orioles officially place Mateo on injured list, recall Norby for Miami series finale
Luke Jones
Infielder Jorge Mateo is out indefinitely after injuring his left elbow in Tuesday loss in Miami.
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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