Ravens sign first-round pick Bateman, three others ahead of rookie minicamp
General manager Eric DeCosta wasted no time signing half of his 2021 draft class on Thursday.
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Mets spoil Harvey’s return to Queens as Orioles fall 7-1
Matt Harvey surrendered seven runs over 4 1/3 innings as Baltimore was swept in the two-game set at Citi Field.
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Valdez falters in ninth as Orioles fall 3-2 to Mets
Baltimore carried a 2-1 lead into the final inning before closer Cesar Valdez ran into trouble.
Mindgrub leader Todd Marks discusses the future of Baltimore after COVID and how city can seize opportunity for growth
Mindgrub leader Todd Marks discusses the future of Baltimore after COVID and how city can seize opportunity for growth
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After making Orioles history, whether Means sticks around becomes next question
John Means emerging as the closest thing to a true ace the Orioles have had since Mike Mussina begs the question of whether he’ll be around to see this arduous rebuild through.
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Mancini, strong pitching help Orioles avoid sweep in 4-1 win over Boston
Jorge Lopez was sharp over 5 2/3 innings before the bullpen was perfect the rest of the way.
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Means named AL Player of the Week; Orioles recall Akin to pitch in long relief
The lefty reflected on a wild week in which he became the first Baltimore pitcher to throw a complete-game no-hitter since Jim Palmer in 1969.
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Twelve Ravens thoughts ahead of rookie minicamp
Might Baltimore and Cleveland meet on Sunday Night Football after last December’s prime-time thriller?
No, no we can’t do The Recon on Means without tales of Nieves, Nomo, Moose and Hoyt
Don Mohler and Nestor stop The Recon for a no hitter and John Means celebration of Orioles history and near misses.
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Lowther hit hard in first major league start as Boston tops Orioles 11-6
The rookie lefty allowed seven earned runs in just 2 1/3 innings in Saturday’s loss.
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Orioles pitching coach Holt praises Means as “self-made, self-motivated guy”
In the wake of Means’ historic no-hitter, Chris Holt praised the Baltimore ace and discussed other pitching topics on Friday.
Schedule announced for Ravens’ 2021 rookie camp, spring workouts
Baltimore’s rookie minicamp is set to take place in Owings Mills next weekend.
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Twelve Orioles thoughts following John Means’ no-hitter in Seattle
Wednesday marked exactly three years since Means lost his fourth straight game at Bowie as a 25-year-old on the bubble of the Orioles’ top 30 prospects list.
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Means throws sixth no-hitter in Orioles history in 6-0 win over Seattle
The Baltimore ace threw the first individual no-hitter by an Oriole since the legendary Jim Palmer in 1969.
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Orioles manager Hyde “can’t put into words the last three outs” of Means’ no-hitter
“Seeing how teammates embraced him, our clubhouse after the game. It was like we clinched a playoff spot.”
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How do we even process a no-hitter by an Orioles pitcher?
It’s never happened in the modern era so Luke Jones and Nestor Aparicio are breathless with praise for John Means in the aftermath – and afterglow – of a marvelous achievement in the history of Baltimore Orioles baseball the day after Ray Miller died.
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Villanueva: “It wasn’t really a tough decision” to join Ravens
The veteran offensive tackle acknowledged the appeal of getting to play against Pittsburgh twice per year.
Return of minor leagues brings excitement and much unknown for Orioles
Tuesday was a special day for the Orioles that had nothing to do with a late-night loss in Seattle.
Ravens planning for full capacity at 2021 home games
In a letter to season-ticket holders, Ravens president Dick Cass revealed the organization’s vision for the fall.
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Former Pittsburgh offensive tackle Villanueva joins Ravens’ offensive line picture
The former Steeler is expected to serve as Baltimore’s right tackle and back up Ronnie Stanley at left tackle in 2021.
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Mullins, Galvis homer late to give Orioles 5-3 win in Seattle
The Orioles plated five runs in the eighth inning and held on for the victory over the Mariners.
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Twelve Ravens thoughts following 2021 NFL draft
Second-year lineman Tyre Phillips saw his stock improve with Baltimore not drafting an offensive tackle to replace Orlando Brown Jr.
Luke Jones and Nestor go deep on Ravens picks at wide receivers and getting Lamar weapons
Luke Jones and Nestor go deep on Ravens picks at wide receivers and getting Lamar weapons
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Oakland’s Laureano saves day as Orioles can’t complete sweep in 7-5 loss
A’s center fielder Ramon Laureano made an acrobatic catch and hit the game-winning home run in the eighth inning on Sunday.
DeCosta, Ravens “confident that we’ll have a right tackle” after not drafting one
Citing mentor Ozzie Newsome’s old adage, the general manager reminded that Baltimore doesn’t have to play any games until September.
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What to expect from 2021 Ravens draft picks this season and beyond
Rashod Bateman has the all-around skills and potential to blossom into the young No. 1 wide receiver the Ravens have never enjoyed.
Martindale “can’t wait for this city to see how special” Oweh’s going to be for Ravens
The Baltimore defensive coordinator sees too much talent and potential in Odafe Oweh to dwell on his lack of sacks for Penn State in 2020.
Roman says Bateman, Watkins will force opponents to defend Ravens “all 53 yards” across field
The offensive coordinator joined 2021 first-round wide receiver Rashod Bateman for his introductory video press conference on Friday.
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DeCosta, Ravens swing for fences in Thursday’s first round
Penn State edge rusher Odafe Oweh brings intriguing upside with his physical gifts, but he didn’t record a single sack in 2020.
New Ravens wide receiver Bateman “excited to be a part of a hungry team”
The 2021 first-round pick said he couldn’t “even put it into words” his excitement getting to play with Lamar Jackson.
Ravens brass recaps Day 1 of 2021 draft after making two first-round selections
Eric DeCosta, John Harbaugh, and Joe Hortiz discussed the additions of Rashod Bateman and Odafe Oweh late Thursday night.
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Ravens select eight players in 2021 NFL draft
Oklahoma State’s Tylan Wallace was the fifth wide receiver selected in the first four rounds by Baltimore since Eric DeCosta became general manager in 2019.
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Mullins’ sac fly sends Orioles to 4-3 win over Yankees in 10
Despite blowing a ninth-inning lead, the Orioles prevailed to salvage a four-game split with New York.
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Kremer roughed up, Orioles bats flounder again in 7-0 loss to Yankees
Trey Mancini had two of Baltimore’s four hits on Wednesday night.
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Harbaugh on Ravens trading Brown to Kansas City: “You’ve got to do what’s best for your team”
The Baltimore head coach wasn’t worried about helping Andy Reid and the Chiefs address one of their biggest weaknesses.
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Zimmermann hit hard as Orioles lose 5-1 to Yankees
Lefty Bruce Zimmermann allowed four runs and nine hits over just 3 2/3 innings on Tuesday.
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Looking back at Ravens’ first-round history at current positions of need
Peter Boulware and Terrell Suggs are the only two outside linebackers selected in the first round by Baltimore.
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Mullins, Harvey lead Orioles to 4-2 win over Yankees
Cedric Mullins homered twice to back up six strong innings from Matt Harvey as Baltimore won the series opener on Monday.
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Orioles option Lowther back to minors, but Hyde says “he’ll be back soon”
Needing coverage in the bullpen, manager Brandon Hyde discussed the promotion of pitcher Jay Flaa, who is in line to make his major league debut at age 28.
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Twelve Ravens thoughts following Orlando Brown Jr. trade to Kansas City
Oklahoma State’s Teven Jenkins would be an ideal replacement if he’s available when the Ravens pick late in the first round.
