Jones, Orioles weighing complicated question of whether to stay together
Luke Jones
With contenders interested in his services, the longtime center fielder is weighing his options and owns a no-trade clause.
Luke Jones
Jimmy Smith pushing through latest reset in Ravens career
Luke Jones
“It seems like I’m constantly trying to fight just to get back to even instead of training and excelling [and getting] better and progressing even more.”
Orioles trade two-time All-Star closer Zach Britton to Yankees
Luke Jones
The lefty sinkerballer is joining the best bullpen in baseball in the midst of a tight pennant race.
Ravens tight end Hurst practices, Harbaugh clarifies "callused up" remarks
Luke Jones
The 2018 first-round pick hadn’t practiced since last Thursday due to a “soft-tissue” ailment.
With Ravens rookie tight ends sidelined, Harbaugh takes dig at college practice
Luke Jones
“Guys coming out of college aren’t as callused up as they used to be.”
Amid many doubts, Flacco trying to win the only way he can
Luke Jones
The longtime Ravens quarterback intends to delay what many see as the inevitable by winning in the only way he can — on the field.
Ravens light along offensive line in first padded practice of summer
Luke Jones
Third-year left tackle Ronnie Stanley was a new absence as Baltimore returned to practice on Sunday.
Ravens cancel stadium practice due to inclement weather
Luke Jones
The forecast called for a 100-percent chance of rain in Baltimore on Saturday night.
Orioles designate veteran pitcher Chris Tillman for assignment
Luke Jones
A key member of three playoff clubs, the 30-year-old has posted an 8.42 ERA since the start of 2017.
Twelve Ravens thoughts on opening of training camp
Luke Jones
John Harbaugh is easing players into the start of a longer-than-usual training camp to try to curtail early-summer injuries.
Yanda begins training camp on PUP list after offseason shoulder surgery
Luke Jones
The six-time Pro Bowl guard is fully recovered from the broken ankle that cost him most of the 2017 season.
Machado’s departure leaves behind numb feeling, concerning future for Orioles
Luke Jones
The remnants of the hope that arrived with the gifted infielder in the middle of a pennant race six years ago walked out the door.
Orioles deal Machado to Dodgers for five prospects
Luke Jones
The four-time All-Star infielder is no longer an Oriole while Cuban outfielder Yusniel Diaz is the centerpiece coming back to Baltimore.
Machado goes hitless in likely final game wearing Orioles uniform
Luke Jones
The All-Star shortstop took a selfie with Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp, who is expected to be his new teammate in the coming days.
Twelve Orioles thoughts entering All-Star break
Luke Jones
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False alarm hopefully signals Machado saga nearing conclusion
Luke Jones
The Orioles shortstop was replaced after a 26-minute rain delay in the fourth inning.
Twelve Ravens thoughts counting down to start of training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones thinks Willie Snead could be the sneaky choice to stand out in Baltimore’s revamped receiver group.
Ravens must balance opportunity with health in expanded preseason
Luke Jones
Baltimore will play five preseason games and participate in joint practices with two different teams this summer.
Twelve Orioles thoughts on approaching trade deadline
Luke Jones
Brad Brach’s season ERA climbed to 4.63 after another poor outing on Monday.
Machado nostalgia tour in full effect as Orioles trade talks heat up
Luke Jones
The All-Star shortstop began what could possibly be his final homestand in Baltimore on Monday.
Crunch time rapidly approaching for Orioles’ free-agent-to-be trade chips
Luke Jones
It’s been a mixed bag of recent results for the players most likely to be moved by the trade deadline.
NFL linebacker Copeland cultivating sense of community in Baltimore, beyond
Luke Jones
The Gilman grad will hold his third annual Beyond the Basics camp at his alma mater on Saturday, July 7.
Orioles activate outfielder Colby Rasmus from disabled list
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old outfielder hasn’t played in the majors since April 6.
Ravens officially ink first-round pick Hurst to rookie deal
Luke Jones
Baltimore has now signed its entire 2018 draft class.
Orioles designate Alvarez for assignment, promote infielder Wilkerson
Luke Jones
The left-handed slugger had posted a .424 OPS since the beginning of May.
Sizing up the post-minicamp 2018 Ravens roster
Luke Jones
Luke Jones takes an early look at the roster as the countdown to the start of training camp begins.
Sisco’s demotion latest head-scratching development for Orioles
Luke Jones
Hours after originally being in Sunday’s lineup, the 23-year-old catcher was sent to Triple-A Norfolk.
Orioles continue to sit Davis with “no closed end to it”
Luke Jones
The first baseman is on track to have one of the worst seasons in major league history from an everyday player.
Twelve Ravens thoughts following mandatory minicamp
Luke Jones
John Harbaugh’s team reconvenes for the start of training camp in less than five weeks.
Jimmy Smith returns to practice six months after Achilles tear
Luke Jones
His limited participation bodes well for training camp and, more importantly, the start of the season.
Unresolved contract doesn't keep Mosley away from Ravens
Luke Jones
“We’re doing a lot of really neat things on defense; things that are really good. C.J. is excited to be in there and learn them and do them.”
Ravens getting "creative juices flowing" with Lamar Jackson
Luke Jones
There is no quarterback controversy this spring, but it’s becoming increasingly clear the Ravens still want to get the rookie on the field.
Orioles place Rule 5 pick Araujo on DL to make room for Britton
Luke Jones
“I want to pitch well and help the team, regardless of our standing or trade discussions.”
Britton’s return, Machado’s absence bring Orioles’ expected sell-off into focus
Luke Jones
Zach Britton’s return from the DL is the last hurdle on the way to Baltimore unloading pending free agents.
Orioles receive mixed bag of pitching news
Luke Jones
Top pitching prospect Hunter Harvey is sidelined with a right shoulder injury reportedly sustained dodging a foul ball.
Schoop’s struggles creating difficult pivot point for Orioles’ rebuild
Luke Jones
The 2017 All-Star second baseman is having his worst season since his rookie campaign.
Ravens lose final two OTA days, fined for violating offseason rules
Luke Jones
This is the organization’s third offseason violation of the John Harbaugh era.
Orioles officially recall rookie catcher Austin Wynns
Luke Jones
His official promotion to Baltimore was delayed because of Sunday’s rainout.
Ravens sign quarterback Lamar Jackson to rookie deal
Luke Jones
The Louisville product’s deal includes a fifth-year team option for the 2022 season.
Orioles select Texas high school pitcher Grayson Rodriguez in first round
Luke Jones
The right-hander from Central Heights High School in Nacogdoches, Texas was a late riser in this year’s draft class.
Jones, Orioles weighing complicated question of whether to stay together
Luke Jones
With contenders interested in his services, the longtime center fielder is weighing his options and owns a no-trade clause.
Jimmy Smith pushing through latest reset in Ravens career
Luke Jones
“It seems like I’m constantly trying to fight just to get back to even instead of training and excelling [and getting] better and progressing even more.”
Orioles trade two-time All-Star closer Zach Britton to Yankees
Luke Jones
The lefty sinkerballer is joining the best bullpen in baseball in the midst of a tight pennant race.
Ravens tight end Hurst practices, Harbaugh clarifies "callused up" remarks
Luke Jones
The 2018 first-round pick hadn’t practiced since last Thursday due to a “soft-tissue” ailment.
With Ravens rookie tight ends sidelined, Harbaugh takes dig at college practice
Luke Jones
“Guys coming out of college aren’t as callused up as they used to be.”
Amid many doubts, Flacco trying to win the only way he can
Luke Jones
The longtime Ravens quarterback intends to delay what many see as the inevitable by winning in the only way he can — on the field.
Ravens light along offensive line in first padded practice of summer
Luke Jones
Third-year left tackle Ronnie Stanley was a new absence as Baltimore returned to practice on Sunday.
Ravens cancel stadium practice due to inclement weather
Luke Jones
The forecast called for a 100-percent chance of rain in Baltimore on Saturday night.
Orioles designate veteran pitcher Chris Tillman for assignment
Luke Jones
A key member of three playoff clubs, the 30-year-old has posted an 8.42 ERA since the start of 2017.
Twelve Ravens thoughts on opening of training camp
Luke Jones
John Harbaugh is easing players into the start of a longer-than-usual training camp to try to curtail early-summer injuries.
Yanda begins training camp on PUP list after offseason shoulder surgery
Luke Jones
The six-time Pro Bowl guard is fully recovered from the broken ankle that cost him most of the 2017 season.
Machado’s departure leaves behind numb feeling, concerning future for Orioles
Luke Jones
The remnants of the hope that arrived with the gifted infielder in the middle of a pennant race six years ago walked out the door.
Orioles deal Machado to Dodgers for five prospects
Luke Jones
The four-time All-Star infielder is no longer an Oriole while Cuban outfielder Yusniel Diaz is the centerpiece coming back to Baltimore.
Machado goes hitless in likely final game wearing Orioles uniform
Luke Jones
The All-Star shortstop took a selfie with Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp, who is expected to be his new teammate in the coming days.
Twelve Orioles thoughts entering All-Star break
Luke Jones
Baltimore remains on pace to become the fifth major league team since 1901 to lose 115 games in a season.
False alarm hopefully signals Machado saga nearing conclusion
Luke Jones
The Orioles shortstop was replaced after a 26-minute rain delay in the fourth inning.
Twelve Ravens thoughts counting down to start of training camp
Luke Jones
Luke Jones thinks Willie Snead could be the sneaky choice to stand out in Baltimore’s revamped receiver group.
Ravens must balance opportunity with health in expanded preseason
Luke Jones
Baltimore will play five preseason games and participate in joint practices with two different teams this summer.
Twelve Orioles thoughts on approaching trade deadline
Luke Jones
Brad Brach’s season ERA climbed to 4.63 after another poor outing on Monday.
Machado nostalgia tour in full effect as Orioles trade talks heat up
Luke Jones
The All-Star shortstop began what could possibly be his final homestand in Baltimore on Monday.
Crunch time rapidly approaching for Orioles’ free-agent-to-be trade chips
Luke Jones
It’s been a mixed bag of recent results for the players most likely to be moved by the trade deadline.
NFL linebacker Copeland cultivating sense of community in Baltimore, beyond
Luke Jones
The Gilman grad will hold his third annual Beyond the Basics camp at his alma mater on Saturday, July 7.
Orioles activate outfielder Colby Rasmus from disabled list
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old outfielder hasn’t played in the majors since April 6.
Ravens officially ink first-round pick Hurst to rookie deal
Luke Jones
Baltimore has now signed its entire 2018 draft class.
Orioles designate Alvarez for assignment, promote infielder Wilkerson
Luke Jones
The left-handed slugger had posted a .424 OPS since the beginning of May.
Sizing up the post-minicamp 2018 Ravens roster
Luke Jones
Luke Jones takes an early look at the roster as the countdown to the start of training camp begins.
Sisco’s demotion latest head-scratching development for Orioles
Luke Jones
Hours after originally being in Sunday’s lineup, the 23-year-old catcher was sent to Triple-A Norfolk.
Orioles continue to sit Davis with “no closed end to it”
Luke Jones
The first baseman is on track to have one of the worst seasons in major league history from an everyday player.
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Luke Jones
John Harbaugh’s team reconvenes for the start of training camp in less than five weeks.
Jimmy Smith returns to practice six months after Achilles tear
Luke Jones
His limited participation bodes well for training camp and, more importantly, the start of the season.
Unresolved contract doesn't keep Mosley away from Ravens
Luke Jones
“We’re doing a lot of really neat things on defense; things that are really good. C.J. is excited to be in there and learn them and do them.”
Ravens getting "creative juices flowing" with Lamar Jackson
Luke Jones
There is no quarterback controversy this spring, but it’s becoming increasingly clear the Ravens still want to get the rookie on the field.
Orioles place Rule 5 pick Araujo on DL to make room for Britton
Luke Jones
“I want to pitch well and help the team, regardless of our standing or trade discussions.”
Britton’s return, Machado’s absence bring Orioles’ expected sell-off into focus
Luke Jones
Zach Britton’s return from the DL is the last hurdle on the way to Baltimore unloading pending free agents.
Orioles receive mixed bag of pitching news
Luke Jones
Top pitching prospect Hunter Harvey is sidelined with a right shoulder injury reportedly sustained dodging a foul ball.
Schoop’s struggles creating difficult pivot point for Orioles’ rebuild
Luke Jones
The 2017 All-Star second baseman is having his worst season since his rookie campaign.
Ravens lose final two OTA days, fined for violating offseason rules
Luke Jones
This is the organization’s third offseason violation of the John Harbaugh era.
Orioles officially recall rookie catcher Austin Wynns
Luke Jones
His official promotion to Baltimore was delayed because of Sunday’s rainout.
Ravens sign quarterback Lamar Jackson to rookie deal
Luke Jones
The Louisville product’s deal includes a fifth-year team option for the 2022 season.
Orioles select Texas high school pitcher Grayson Rodriguez in first round
Luke Jones
The right-hander from Central Heights High School in Nacogdoches, Texas was a late riser in this year’s draft class.
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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