Pierce officially inks second-round tender with Ravens
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The defensive tackle did not receive an offer sheet from another team as a restricted free agent.
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Nine notable Orioles numbers at end of April
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Trey Mancini entered Wednesday ranked eighth in the majors in on-base plus slugging percentage.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following 2019 NFL draft
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Fifth-round defensive tackle Daylon Mack finally lived up to expectations at Texas A&M as a senior.
DeCosta, Ravens take swings to get up to speed in today's NFL
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“It’s a chance to really put fear into opposing defenses. I think it really gets you excited.”
Orioles send Cobb back to IL, recall Wynns, designate Sucre for assignment
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Struggling veteran Alex Cobb was placed on the injured list for the third time this season.
What to expect from Ravens’ 2019 draft picks
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The speedy and shifty Marquise Brown gives Lamar Jackson an explosive weapon in the passing game.
Ravens reach four-year extension with two-time Pro Bowl kicker Tucker
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The deal makes Justin Tucker the highest-paid kicker in the NFL and keeps him under contract through 2023.
Ravens officially pick up fifth-year option for left tackle Ronnie Stanley
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The sixth overall pick of the 2016 draft is now under contract through the 2020 season.
Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of 2019 NFL draft
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Could Clemson’s Clelin Ferrell extend Baltimore’s streak of always having a first-round edge rusher on its roster?
Orioles send struggling Mullins to Triple-A Norfolk
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The hopeful heir apparent to former All-Star center fielder Adam Jones was batting just .094 in 74 plate appearances.
Twelve Orioles thoughts after first 20 games of 2019 season
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Trey Mancini has easily been Baltimore’s biggest star, but Dwight Smith Jr. has been the surprise at the plate.
Ravens to play three prime-time games as part of 2019 schedule
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Baltimore is scheduled to host its first Sunday night game since 2012 against New England.
Jackson's development headlines pronounced transition for Ravens
Luke Jones
With Joe Flacco practicing for the first time as a Denver Bronco this week, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens are in a much different place than they were a year ago.
Twelve Ravens thoughts entering start of offseason workout program
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Lamar Jackson has worked with personal quarterback coach Joshua Harris throughout the offseason.
Twelve Orioles thoughts on struggling pitching staff
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The Baltimore staff allowed a staggering 37 home runs through its first 13 games.
Yanda, Ravens agree to one-year extension through 2020
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Speculation had persisted about the seven-time Pro Bowl guard’s future throughout the offseason.
Orioles starting pitcher Cobb back on injured list with lower back issue
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The veteran right-hander made his 2019 debut less than a week ago.
Ravens announce 2019 preseason slate of games
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Baltimore will face Washington for the third straight summer.
Davis problem growing even more uncomfortable in Orioles rebuild
Luke Jones
Chris Davis entered Monday 0-for-44 since collecting his last hit on Sept. 14 of last season, leaving him just shy of the major league record for non-pitchers.
Orioles add to starting rotation with veteran right-hander Straily
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The 30-year-old Dan Straily owns a career 4.23 ERA in 142 major league games, 132 of them starts.
Ravens agree to one-year deal with former Oakland receiver Seth Roberts
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The 28-year-old caught 45 passes for 494 yards and two touchdowns last season.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following 8-4 loss to Yankees in home opener
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Even coming off the injured list, Alex Cobb had a much better season debut this time around.
Orioles designate former Rule 5 pick Araujo for assignment
Luke Jones
The 25-year-old right-hander would have satisfied his Rule 5 requirement later this month.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following their pre-draft press conference
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Ole Miss wide receiver D.K. Metcalf drew favorable comparisons from the Ravens brass.
Dates announced for Ravens’ 2019 offseason workout program
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh begins his 12th offseason program with Baltimore on April 15.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following series win over Yankees
Luke Jones
On Baltimore’s 226th pitch of the game, Paul Fry converted the save in a 7-5 win on Sunday.
Now or never for Bowser, T. Williams to boost Ravens pass rush
Luke Jones
Few young players on the Baltimore roster should be feeling more pressure this spring and summer.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following 7-2 loss on Opening Day
Luke Jones
Trey Mancini’s RBI double in the sixth inning proved to be a rare highlight for Baltimore.
Nine questions on the 2019 Orioles entering the season
Luke Jones
Coming off the worst season in club history, what will 2019 bring for the rebuilding Orioles?
Orioles regime wisely keeping focus on big picture with roster moves
Luke Jones
General manager Mike Elias is doing what’s best for the future over trying to squeeze out an extra win or two in 2019.
Orioles send Sisco, Scott to Triple-A Norfolk to begin 2019 season
Luke Jones
Two intriguing young players many expected to begin the season in Baltimore will go to the minors instead.
Trumbo to start season on injured list; Cobb questionable for Opening Day
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The veteran slugger underwent right knee surgery in early September.
Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of annual league meetings
Luke Jones
Robert Griffin III always felt likely to re-sign with Baltimore after fitting well with Lamar Jackson.
Orioles release veteran Alcides Escobar, paving way for Rule 5 infielders
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The former Kansas City shortstop batted just .219 in 38 plate appearances this spring.
Want, need, or desperate: Looking at Ravens roster a week into free agency
Luke Jones
Baltimore has yet to secure new wide receivers or a backup for 22-year-old quarterback Lamar Jackson.
Ravens waive pair of former preseason standouts
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Cornerback Jaylen Hill missed the entire 2018 season with knee and hip injuries.
Former Ravens defensive tackle Ngata announces retirement
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The five-time Pro Bowl selection and Super Bowl XLVII champion last played for Baltimore in 2014.
Despite strong spring, Orioles prospect Hays optioned to Triple-A Norfolk
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In 40 plate appearances, Austin Hays batted .351 with five homers and a 1.277 OPS.
Twelve Ravens thoughts after first wave of free agency
Luke Jones
Mark Ingram gives Baltimore a well-rounded veteran option for its run-heavy attack.
Suggs, Flacco bid farewell to Ravens — and vice versa
Luke Jones
Two future Ring of Honor members officially moved on to their new teams on Wednesday.
Pierce officially inks second-round tender with Ravens
Luke Jones
The defensive tackle did not receive an offer sheet from another team as a restricted free agent.
Nine notable Orioles numbers at end of April
Luke Jones
Trey Mancini entered Wednesday ranked eighth in the majors in on-base plus slugging percentage.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following 2019 NFL draft
Luke Jones
Fifth-round defensive tackle Daylon Mack finally lived up to expectations at Texas A&M as a senior.
DeCosta, Ravens take swings to get up to speed in today's NFL
Luke Jones
“It’s a chance to really put fear into opposing defenses. I think it really gets you excited.”
Orioles send Cobb back to IL, recall Wynns, designate Sucre for assignment
Luke Jones
Struggling veteran Alex Cobb was placed on the injured list for the third time this season.
What to expect from Ravens’ 2019 draft picks
Luke Jones
The speedy and shifty Marquise Brown gives Lamar Jackson an explosive weapon in the passing game.
Ravens reach four-year extension with two-time Pro Bowl kicker Tucker
Luke Jones
The deal makes Justin Tucker the highest-paid kicker in the NFL and keeps him under contract through 2023.
Ravens officially pick up fifth-year option for left tackle Ronnie Stanley
Luke Jones
The sixth overall pick of the 2016 draft is now under contract through the 2020 season.
Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of 2019 NFL draft
Luke Jones
Could Clemson’s Clelin Ferrell extend Baltimore’s streak of always having a first-round edge rusher on its roster?
Orioles send struggling Mullins to Triple-A Norfolk
Luke Jones
The hopeful heir apparent to former All-Star center fielder Adam Jones was batting just .094 in 74 plate appearances.
Twelve Orioles thoughts after first 20 games of 2019 season
Luke Jones
Trey Mancini has easily been Baltimore’s biggest star, but Dwight Smith Jr. has been the surprise at the plate.
Ravens to play three prime-time games as part of 2019 schedule
Luke Jones
Baltimore is scheduled to host its first Sunday night game since 2012 against New England.
Jackson's development headlines pronounced transition for Ravens
Luke Jones
With Joe Flacco practicing for the first time as a Denver Bronco this week, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens are in a much different place than they were a year ago.
Twelve Ravens thoughts entering start of offseason workout program
Luke Jones
Lamar Jackson has worked with personal quarterback coach Joshua Harris throughout the offseason.
Twelve Orioles thoughts on struggling pitching staff
Luke Jones
The Baltimore staff allowed a staggering 37 home runs through its first 13 games.
Yanda, Ravens agree to one-year extension through 2020
Luke Jones
Speculation had persisted about the seven-time Pro Bowl guard’s future throughout the offseason.
Orioles starting pitcher Cobb back on injured list with lower back issue
Luke Jones
The veteran right-hander made his 2019 debut less than a week ago.
Ravens announce 2019 preseason slate of games
Luke Jones
Baltimore will face Washington for the third straight summer.
Davis problem growing even more uncomfortable in Orioles rebuild
Luke Jones
Chris Davis entered Monday 0-for-44 since collecting his last hit on Sept. 14 of last season, leaving him just shy of the major league record for non-pitchers.
Orioles add to starting rotation with veteran right-hander Straily
Luke Jones
The 30-year-old Dan Straily owns a career 4.23 ERA in 142 major league games, 132 of them starts.
Ravens agree to one-year deal with former Oakland receiver Seth Roberts
Luke Jones
The 28-year-old caught 45 passes for 494 yards and two touchdowns last season.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following 8-4 loss to Yankees in home opener
Luke Jones
Even coming off the injured list, Alex Cobb had a much better season debut this time around.
Orioles designate former Rule 5 pick Araujo for assignment
Luke Jones
The 25-year-old right-hander would have satisfied his Rule 5 requirement later this month.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following their pre-draft press conference
Luke Jones
Ole Miss wide receiver D.K. Metcalf drew favorable comparisons from the Ravens brass.
Dates announced for Ravens’ 2019 offseason workout program
Luke Jones
Head coach John Harbaugh begins his 12th offseason program with Baltimore on April 15.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following series win over Yankees
Luke Jones
On Baltimore’s 226th pitch of the game, Paul Fry converted the save in a 7-5 win on Sunday.
Now or never for Bowser, T. Williams to boost Ravens pass rush
Luke Jones
Few young players on the Baltimore roster should be feeling more pressure this spring and summer.
Twelve Orioles thoughts following 7-2 loss on Opening Day
Luke Jones
Trey Mancini’s RBI double in the sixth inning proved to be a rare highlight for Baltimore.
Nine questions on the 2019 Orioles entering the season
Luke Jones
Coming off the worst season in club history, what will 2019 bring for the rebuilding Orioles?
Orioles regime wisely keeping focus on big picture with roster moves
Luke Jones
General manager Mike Elias is doing what’s best for the future over trying to squeeze out an extra win or two in 2019.
Orioles send Sisco, Scott to Triple-A Norfolk to begin 2019 season
Luke Jones
Two intriguing young players many expected to begin the season in Baltimore will go to the minors instead.
Trumbo to start season on injured list; Cobb questionable for Opening Day
Luke Jones
The veteran slugger underwent right knee surgery in early September.
Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of annual league meetings
Luke Jones
Robert Griffin III always felt likely to re-sign with Baltimore after fitting well with Lamar Jackson.
Orioles release veteran Alcides Escobar, paving way for Rule 5 infielders
Luke Jones
The former Kansas City shortstop batted just .219 in 38 plate appearances this spring.
Want, need, or desperate: Looking at Ravens roster a week into free agency
Luke Jones
Baltimore has yet to secure new wide receivers or a backup for 22-year-old quarterback Lamar Jackson.
Ravens waive pair of former preseason standouts
Luke Jones
Cornerback Jaylen Hill missed the entire 2018 season with knee and hip injuries.
Former Ravens defensive tackle Ngata announces retirement
Luke Jones
The five-time Pro Bowl selection and Super Bowl XLVII champion last played for Baltimore in 2014.
Despite strong spring, Orioles prospect Hays optioned to Triple-A Norfolk
Luke Jones
In 40 plate appearances, Austin Hays batted .351 with five homers and a 1.277 OPS.
Twelve Ravens thoughts after first wave of free agency
Luke Jones
Mark Ingram gives Baltimore a well-rounded veteran option for its run-heavy attack.
Suggs, Flacco bid farewell to Ravens — and vice versa
Luke Jones
Two future Ring of Honor members officially moved on to their new teams on Wednesday.
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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