Ravens have made "really aggressive" offer to Osemele
Luke Jones
INDIANAPOLIS — While general manager Ozzie Newsome has downplayed the need to restructure Joe Flacco’s contract to clear precious salary
Luke Jones
Fowler spurns Orioles to re-sign with Cubs
Luke Jones
Less than two days after the Orioles reportedly agreed to terms on a three-year contract with Dexter Fowler, the veteran
Orioles finally sign Gallardo to restructured two-year deal
Luke Jones
The soon-to-be 30-year-old originally agreed to a three-year, $35 million contract last weekend.
Orioles address outfield by coming to terms with Fowler
Luke Jones
The Orioles reportedly agreed to a three-year, $35 million deal with the 29-year-old outfielder.
Orioles reportedly have questions with Gallardo’s physical
Luke Jones
The veteran starting pitcher agreed to a three-year, $35 million contract over the weekend.
NFL combine figures to jump-start Flacco contract talks
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old quarterback is scheduled to carry a $28.55 million salary cap figure for 2016.
Gallardo agrees to three-year, $35 million deal with Orioles
Luke Jones
The right-hander carries a 3.66 career ERA into his 10th major league season.
Ravens tight end Boyle busted again for PED violation
Luke Jones
The 2015 fifth-round pick has been suspended for the first 10 games of the 2016 regular season.
Can Bundy, Harvey restore some faith in Orioles’ future?
Luke Jones
The top pitching prospects combined to pitch just 22 innings for Orioles’ affiliates in 2015.
Even with late additions, key to 2016 Orioles comes from within
Luke Jones
Chris Tillman is just one of several incumbents needing to improve from last season.
As spring opens, Orioles still working on Gallardo, Fowler
Luke Jones
A week ago, it appeared a deal between the Orioles and starting pitcher Yovani Gallardo was all but complete and
Seven questions for Sarasota: 2016 Orioles spring training
Luke Jones
Pitchers and catchers report to the Ed Smith Stadium complex in Sarasota on Thursday.
Ravens now on clock to use franchise tag on Tucker
Luke Jones
NFL teams now have until March 1 to decide whether to use the franchise tag on a pending free agent.
Orioles should copy Mets’ plan for David Wright with one of own
Luke Jones
Injuries have contributed to a sharp offensive decline from J.J. Hardy over the last two seasons.
Looking at former Ravens set to hit free agency
Luke Jones
Anquan Boldin is just one of numerous ex-Ravens set to become free agents next month.
Fowler would bring needed skills to Orioles lineup
Luke Jones
A .363 career on-base percentage would be an attractive addition to an offense lacking in that department.
Five young players the Ravens need more from in 2016
Luke Jones
Baltimore hopes a strong finish to his rookie year will catapult Za’Darius Smith to new heights in 2016.
Orioles add veteran reliever Thayer on minor-league deal
Luke Jones
The Orioles agreed to a minor-league deal with veteran relief pitcher Dale Thayer on Wednesday. The 35-year-old right-hander will receive
Could Orioles be planning free-agent repeat of 2014?
Luke Jones
While moving closer to a deal with Yovani Gallardo, Baltimore is reportedly interested in outfielder Dexter Fowler.
Orioles reportedly closing in on free-agent starter Gallardo
Luke Jones
The sides are moving closer to what’s believed to be a three-year contract.
Potential rotation option for Orioles finds work elsewhere
Luke Jones
Mat Latos agreed to a one-year, $3 million deal with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday.
Harvey, Mancini among 17 non-roster Orioles invited to spring training
Luke Jones
Injuries sidelined top pitching prospect Hunter Harvey for the entire 2015 season.
Delmon Young arrested for allegedly choking, threatening to kill valet
Luke Jones
Former Orioles outfielder Delmon Young was arrested for battery after allegedly choking and threatening to kill a valet attendant in
Ravens-related thoughts on Super Bowl 50
Luke Jones
Like Ray Lewis in Super Bowl XLVII, Peyton Manning looked like a player who needs to walk away.
Denver's path reminds Ravens of NFL's slim margin for error
Luke Jones
A 19-13 loss to the Broncos in Week 1 was just the first of many excruciating defeats in 2015.
Pot-committed Orioles may need to push chips in on Gallardo
Luke Jones
Baltimore has spent too much elsewhere this winter to neglect its starting rotation for 2016.
NFL reports more concussions in 2015, which may not be bad thing
Luke Jones
Ultimately, do we want concussion numbers that simply make us feel better or do we want to move closer to the truth and improving player safety?
Maryland’s win over No. 3 Iowa brings peace of mind
Luke Jones
The No. 8 Terps earned their first win of the season over a ranked opponent in a 74-68 final.
Super Bowl XXXV provided happy end to long wait for Baltimore
Luke Jones
It was 15 years ago today that the Ravens emphatically validated Baltimore’s place in the NFL.
Pro Bowl just not worth effort for anyone
Luke Jones
Against my better judgment, I watched some of the Pro Bowl draft. Because I had nothing better to do on
Orioles can’t afford to experience déjà vu in outfield
Luke Jones
Adam Jones needs more help in the outfield if the Orioles want to return to the playoffs for the third time in five years.
Orioles acquire outfielder Efren Navarro from Angels
Luke Jones
The Orioles designated fellow outfielder L.J. Hoes for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster.
Ngata trade proved to be winner for Ravens
Luke Jones
The veteran defensive tackle didn’t offer the Detroit Lions much bang for an $8.5 million salary in 2015.
Terps drop to No. 8 in AP poll before showdown with Iowa
Luke Jones
Maryland fell 74-65 to Michigan State in East Lansing on Saturday night.
Ravens-related thoughts on conference championship weekend
Luke Jones
Cam Newton has had an MVP season without a stellar group of wide receivers around him.
Dumervil named to fifth Pro Bowl of his career
Luke Jones
The Ravens linebacker is a replacement for one of a few linebackers playing in Super Bowl 50.
Former Ravens coordinator Kubiak going to Super Bowl 50
Luke Jones
The Ravens set team records for points scored and total yards in Kubiak’s lone season in Baltimore.
Ranking the Ravens' special teams needs for 2016
Luke Jones
Signing standout kicker Justin Tucker is the biggest special-teams need of the offseason.
Ranking the Ravens' defensive needs for 2016
Luke Jones
Baltimore can’t rely solely on the healthy return of Terrell Suggs to cure an ineffective pass rush.
Orioles haven’t found pitching they like for prices they like
Luke Jones
After handing out the biggest contract in franchise history to Chris Davis, the Orioles still need to address a gaping hole in their starting rotation.
Ravens have made "really aggressive" offer to Osemele
Luke Jones
INDIANAPOLIS — While general manager Ozzie Newsome has downplayed the need to restructure Joe Flacco’s contract to clear precious salary
Fowler spurns Orioles to re-sign with Cubs
Luke Jones
Less than two days after the Orioles reportedly agreed to terms on a three-year contract with Dexter Fowler, the veteran
Orioles finally sign Gallardo to restructured two-year deal
Luke Jones
The soon-to-be 30-year-old originally agreed to a three-year, $35 million contract last weekend.
Orioles address outfield by coming to terms with Fowler
Luke Jones
The Orioles reportedly agreed to a three-year, $35 million deal with the 29-year-old outfielder.
Orioles reportedly have questions with Gallardo’s physical
Luke Jones
The veteran starting pitcher agreed to a three-year, $35 million contract over the weekend.
NFL combine figures to jump-start Flacco contract talks
Luke Jones
The 31-year-old quarterback is scheduled to carry a $28.55 million salary cap figure for 2016.
Gallardo agrees to three-year, $35 million deal with Orioles
Luke Jones
The right-hander carries a 3.66 career ERA into his 10th major league season.
Ravens tight end Boyle busted again for PED violation
Luke Jones
The 2015 fifth-round pick has been suspended for the first 10 games of the 2016 regular season.
Can Bundy, Harvey restore some faith in Orioles’ future?
Luke Jones
The top pitching prospects combined to pitch just 22 innings for Orioles’ affiliates in 2015.
Even with late additions, key to 2016 Orioles comes from within
Luke Jones
Chris Tillman is just one of several incumbents needing to improve from last season.
As spring opens, Orioles still working on Gallardo, Fowler
Luke Jones
A week ago, it appeared a deal between the Orioles and starting pitcher Yovani Gallardo was all but complete and
Seven questions for Sarasota: 2016 Orioles spring training
Luke Jones
Pitchers and catchers report to the Ed Smith Stadium complex in Sarasota on Thursday.
Ravens now on clock to use franchise tag on Tucker
Luke Jones
NFL teams now have until March 1 to decide whether to use the franchise tag on a pending free agent.
Orioles should copy Mets’ plan for David Wright with one of own
Luke Jones
Injuries have contributed to a sharp offensive decline from J.J. Hardy over the last two seasons.
Looking at former Ravens set to hit free agency
Luke Jones
Anquan Boldin is just one of numerous ex-Ravens set to become free agents next month.
Fowler would bring needed skills to Orioles lineup
Luke Jones
A .363 career on-base percentage would be an attractive addition to an offense lacking in that department.
Five young players the Ravens need more from in 2016
Luke Jones
Baltimore hopes a strong finish to his rookie year will catapult Za’Darius Smith to new heights in 2016.
Orioles add veteran reliever Thayer on minor-league deal
Luke Jones
The Orioles agreed to a minor-league deal with veteran relief pitcher Dale Thayer on Wednesday. The 35-year-old right-hander will receive
Could Orioles be planning free-agent repeat of 2014?
Luke Jones
While moving closer to a deal with Yovani Gallardo, Baltimore is reportedly interested in outfielder Dexter Fowler.
Orioles reportedly closing in on free-agent starter Gallardo
Luke Jones
The sides are moving closer to what’s believed to be a three-year contract.
Potential rotation option for Orioles finds work elsewhere
Luke Jones
Mat Latos agreed to a one-year, $3 million deal with the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday.
Harvey, Mancini among 17 non-roster Orioles invited to spring training
Luke Jones
Injuries sidelined top pitching prospect Hunter Harvey for the entire 2015 season.
Delmon Young arrested for allegedly choking, threatening to kill valet
Luke Jones
Former Orioles outfielder Delmon Young was arrested for battery after allegedly choking and threatening to kill a valet attendant in
Ravens-related thoughts on Super Bowl 50
Luke Jones
Like Ray Lewis in Super Bowl XLVII, Peyton Manning looked like a player who needs to walk away.
Denver's path reminds Ravens of NFL's slim margin for error
Luke Jones
A 19-13 loss to the Broncos in Week 1 was just the first of many excruciating defeats in 2015.
Pot-committed Orioles may need to push chips in on Gallardo
Luke Jones
Baltimore has spent too much elsewhere this winter to neglect its starting rotation for 2016.
NFL reports more concussions in 2015, which may not be bad thing
Luke Jones
Ultimately, do we want concussion numbers that simply make us feel better or do we want to move closer to the truth and improving player safety?
Maryland’s win over No. 3 Iowa brings peace of mind
Luke Jones
The No. 8 Terps earned their first win of the season over a ranked opponent in a 74-68 final.
Super Bowl XXXV provided happy end to long wait for Baltimore
Luke Jones
It was 15 years ago today that the Ravens emphatically validated Baltimore’s place in the NFL.
Pro Bowl just not worth effort for anyone
Luke Jones
Against my better judgment, I watched some of the Pro Bowl draft. Because I had nothing better to do on
Orioles can’t afford to experience déjà vu in outfield
Luke Jones
Adam Jones needs more help in the outfield if the Orioles want to return to the playoffs for the third time in five years.
Orioles acquire outfielder Efren Navarro from Angels
Luke Jones
The Orioles designated fellow outfielder L.J. Hoes for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster.
Ngata trade proved to be winner for Ravens
Luke Jones
The veteran defensive tackle didn’t offer the Detroit Lions much bang for an $8.5 million salary in 2015.
Terps drop to No. 8 in AP poll before showdown with Iowa
Luke Jones
Maryland fell 74-65 to Michigan State in East Lansing on Saturday night.
Ravens-related thoughts on conference championship weekend
Luke Jones
Cam Newton has had an MVP season without a stellar group of wide receivers around him.
Dumervil named to fifth Pro Bowl of his career
Luke Jones
The Ravens linebacker is a replacement for one of a few linebackers playing in Super Bowl 50.
Former Ravens coordinator Kubiak going to Super Bowl 50
Luke Jones
The Ravens set team records for points scored and total yards in Kubiak’s lone season in Baltimore.
Ranking the Ravens' special teams needs for 2016
Luke Jones
Signing standout kicker Justin Tucker is the biggest special-teams need of the offseason.
Ranking the Ravens' defensive needs for 2016
Luke Jones
Baltimore can’t rely solely on the healthy return of Terrell Suggs to cure an ineffective pass rush.
Orioles haven’t found pitching they like for prices they like
Luke Jones
After handing out the biggest contract in franchise history to Chris Davis, the Orioles still need to address a gaping hole in their starting rotation.
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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