Orioles subtract from questionable bullpen to add utility infielder from Arizona
Baltimore traded reliever Kade Strowd to the Diamondbacks for infielder Blaze Alexander on Thursday.
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Baseball author Barry Bloom joins Nestor to discuss MLB revenue and Orioles offseason with Alonso deal
Longtime MLB insider and baseball author Barry Bloom joins Nestor with an offseason primer with Nestor in discussing payrolls, 50 years of labor beefs and what the Orioles new ownership has done to wash away the ghost of Angelos by signing Pete Alonso to a big contract this winter restoring some hope in Baltimore. Now, about the pitching…
Bloom: Adding Alonso brings credibility and playoff push power for Orioles
Longtime MLB insider and baseball author Barry Bloom joins Nestor with an offseason primer with Nestor in discussing payrolls, 50 years of labor beefs and what the Orioles new ownership has done to wash away the ghost of Angelos by signing Pete Alonso to a big contract this winter restoring some hope in Baltimore. Now, about the pitching…
Pro Football HOF voter Howard Balzer discusses deep hole of Ravens and NFL history with Nestor
From ownership dynamics to the history of the sport, no one is more conversant in the NFL than longtime Pro Football Hall of Fame voter Howard Balzer, who discussed the deep historical hole of Ravens and difficulty for quarterbacks to function without tools and a stout offensive line.
Balzer: Always expect the unexpected in the theater of the National Football League
From ownership dynamics to the history of the sport, no one is more conversant in the NFL than longtime Pro Football Hall of Fame voter Howard Balzer, who discussed the deep historical hole of Ravens and difficulty for quarterbacks to function without tools and a stout offensive line.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss grave concern about Orioles early failures on mound and at the plate
The concerns for the pitching of the Baltimore Orioles remains a reality but the absence of runs and runners and hits and good plate appearances has been the most unsettling feature of a lousy start in a season of great promise. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss some grave concerns about the Birds’ early failures on mound and at the plate and where solutions might be coming.
Twelve Orioles Thoughts following series loss in Arizona
Luke Jones offers his latest orange musings after Baltimore’s slow start continued in Arizona.
Panic in Birdland? The Orioles’ start and starters begin with a suddenly empty plate
The concerns for the pitching of the Baltimore Orioles remains a reality but the absence of runs and runners and hits and good plate appearances has been the most unsettling feature of a lousy start in a season of great promise. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss some grave concerns about the Birds’ early failures on mound and at the plate and where solutions might be coming.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Eflin lat strain and Orioles bat problems in Arizona
The news about Zach Eflin being shut down leaves us wondering what the entire Orioles rotation will look like next week. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the pitching depth and sluggish bats on the Birds as they exit Arizona and head home for a wet weekend against Toronto. At least Cedric Mullins is seeing the ball well…
Orioles bear sore lats and sick bats in Arizona
The news about Zach Eflin being shut down leaves us wondering what the entire Orioles rotation will look like next week. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the pitching depth and sluggish bats on the Birds as they exit Arizona and head home for a wet weekend against Toronto. At least Cedric Mullins is seeing the ball well…
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Eflin early departure and Gunnar bat awakening in Arizona
On a night when the Orioles got Gunnar Henderson back on track and beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-1 in Phoenix, the post-game concern for the early exit of ace Zach Eflin looms large for a rotation and pitching staff that is already on fumes for quality starts in April. Luke Jones and Nestor stay up late this week as the Birds try to win their first series of the season.
Concern for Eflin in desert continues a mound of worries for Orioles
On a night when the Orioles got Gunnar Henderson back on track and beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-1 in Phoenix, the post-game concern for the early exit of ace Zach Eflin looms large for a rotation and pitching staff that is already on fumes for quality starts in April. Luke Jones and Nestor stay up late this week as the Birds try to win their first series of the season.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss another series loss for Orioles in Kansas City and pitching problems
The Orioles haven’t won a series so far this season and head to Arizona a sub-.500 effort with some glaring problems. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the injuries, lack of pitching depth, defensive miscues and streaky bats of the Birds as the lineups of Brandon Hyde and institutional philosophy of Mike Elias collide on the field.
Pitching problems persist for scuffling Orioles heading to desert
The Orioles haven’t won a series so far this season and head to Arizona a sub-.500 effort with some glaring problems. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the injuries, lack of pitching depth, defensive miscues and streaky bats of the Birds as the lineups of Brandon Hyde and institutional philosophy of Mike Elias collide on the field.
Pro Football HOF voter John McClain joins Nestor from Houston to discuss next year for Lamar and Stroud in chasing Super Bowl ring
Super Bowl week, Hall of Fame, Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, Ravens season, NFL playoffs, Mark Andrews, Eli Manning, Pro Football Hall, Terrell Suggs, Steve Smith, Marshall Yanda, Chiefs defense, Patrick Mahomes, Super Bowl predictions
The Legend of Lamar and his need for a Super Bowl ring
Football historian and Pro Football Hall of Fame voter Howard Balzer joins Nestor after another lost January for the Baltimore Ravens to discuss their historic offense and the long road of MVP quarterbacks who struggled to win a Super Bowl in the early years in the NFL. And with Marshal Yanda, Terrell Suggs and Steve Smith Sr. up for Canton busts, we ask the venerable committee member to tell us how it works.
Hines Ward says Ravens-Steelers rivalry is only thing he misses from playing days
When folks ask Nestor Aparicio, “What is your favorite interview ever?” this one is high on the list. The former Pittsburgh wide receiver (who inconceivably isn’t in the Pro Football Hall of Fame) talked with Nestor and Luke Jones on Radio Row in Arizona ahead of Super Bowl XLIX. This one was fun! A perfect prelude to any Steelers-Ravens game…
Luke and Nestor continues Orioles offseason debate about payroll and pitching
With Corbin Burnes departing for Arizona, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder whether the signing of Japanese veteran right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano is all that Mike Elias plans to do on the front-end of the 2025 starting rotation for the Baltimore Orioles.
The Orioles better still be in market for a legitimate ace at top of rotation
With Corbin Burnes departing for Arizona, Luke Jones and Nestor wonder whether the signing of Japanese veteran right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano is all that Mike Elias plans to do on the front-end of the 2025 starting rotation for the Baltimore Orioles.
Paul Rodgers gets royal treatment in comparing Queen to Bad Company to a Led Zeppelin reunion
Rarely has Nestor been star struck by a rock star but the greatest voice in rock stopped him in his tracks at Super Bowl Arizona 2008. Free. Bad Company. The Firm. Jimmy Page. Queen. Paul Rodgers is a rock and roll god.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles loss of Corbin Burnes and pitching needs this offseason
All baseball fans know No. 1 starters don’t come cheap on the free agent market. The Baltimore Orioles couldn’t retain the services of ace Corbin Burnes, who went “home” to Arizona for six years and $210 million. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what comes next for Mr. Rubenstein and Mike Elias on their path to better pitching in 2025.
What happens after Corbin Burnes just isn’t into your $210 million?
All baseball fans know No. 1 starters don’t come cheap on the free agent market. The Baltimore Orioles couldn’t retain the services of ace Corbin Burnes, who went “home” to Arizona for six years and $210 million. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what comes next for Mr. Rubenstein and Mike Elias on their path to better pitching in 2025.
Ex-Orioles ace Corbin Burnes agrees to six-year, $210 million deal with Arizona
In his lone season in Baltimore, Burnes went 15-9 with a 2.92 ERA in 32 starts covering 194 1/3 innings.
Barry Bloom of Sportico joins Nestor to discuss Yankees and Orioles stretch run and MLB revenue strategies in small markets
Barry Bloom of Sportico joins Nestor to discuss Yankees and Orioles stretch run and MLB revenue strategies in small markets
Lofgren still finding the Mountains to climb off E Street as The Boss returns to Baltimore
Silver Spring native and lifer musician Nils Lofgren joins Nestor for a candid conversation about his latest work, “Mountains,” released in the middle of a worldwide tour with Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band that comes to Oriole Park at Camden Yards this Friday.
The long-term challenge for Orioles of Rubenstein to compete with deep-pocketed Yankees
Barry Bloom of Sportico joins Nestor to discuss Yankees and Orioles stretch run and MLB revenue strategies in small markets
Football historian and author Howard Balzer gets Nestor ready for another season of NFL theater
Lifer football historian and Lindy’s Magazine editor Howard Balzer gets Nestor ready for another season of NFL theater and talks about upcoming Hall of Fame candidacies of Marshal Yanda and Terrell Suggs.
Getting Sirius about another NFL season with Howard Balzer
Lifer football historian and Lindy’s Magazine editor Howard Balzer gets Nestor ready for another season of NFL theater and talks about upcoming Hall of Fame candidacies of Marshal Yanda and Terrell Suggs.
Orioles find middle ground with Kimbrel for time being
The struggling closer pitched the seventh inning of Friday’s 4-2 win over Arizona.
Irvin continues rolling as Orioles open homestand with 4-2 win over Arizona
Four different Baltimore hitters drove in a run as the Orioles improved to 25-12 on the season.
Yennier Cano talks about recording save in Friday’s win as Kimbrel resets
Yennier Cano talks about recording save in Friday’s win as Kimbrel resets
Cole Irvin reflects on winning fourth straight start following 4-2 victory over Arizona
Cole Irvin reflects on winning fourth straight start following 4-2 victory over Arizona
Brandon Hyde talks Kimbrel usage following Friday’s 4-2 win over Arizona
Brandon Hyde talks Kimbrel usage following Friday’s 4-2 win over Arizona
Brandon Hyde talks Hays rehab, Kimbrel struggles, potential six-man rotation plans
Brandon Hyde talks Hays rehab, Kimbrel struggles, potential six-man rotation plans
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive dominance and Macdonald scheme after Cardinals win
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive dominance and Macdonald scheme after Cardinals win
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss sputtering offense of Ravens and efficiency after win in Arizona
It wasn’t a great day for the efficiency of the Todd Monken in Phoenix against a 1-7 Cardinals team. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sputtering offense and inconsistencies of Ravens progress as they come home for 3 weeks and can pull away in AFC North.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 8 win at Arizona
As Baltimore explored additions at running back, Gus Edwards made a statement against the Cardinals.
Is Macdonald making himself a head coaching candidate with this Ravens defense?
As the Ravens defense continues to shine and improve, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the multiple looks that have confounded mostly young quarterbacks this season led by defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald and the all-world play of linebacker Roquan Smith.
When the offense gets stuck in quicksand in the desert
It wasn’t a great day for the efficiency of the Todd Monken offense in Phoenix against a 1-7 Cardinals team. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the sputtering offense and inconsistencies of the Ravens progress as they come home for three games and a chance to pull away in the AFC North.
Ravens prove to be good enough in weird win at Arizona
The 31-24 final was neither all that impressive nor indicative of how most of Sunday’s game played out.
