The joys of Maryland Tax-Free Week
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss the joys and pains of tax free week in Maryland for back to school – and how it works in Delaware and other places where it’s 365 days a year.
Baltimore
Which Ravens offensive linemen will get a look on Friday against Eagles?
As we gear up for the first of three fake football games without much to evaluate as a collective, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what to look for on Friday night when the Philadelphia Eagles visit for NFL preseason action.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 13 of open training camp
Rashod Bateman had the play of the day Monday, but he appeared shaken up after his leaping touchdown grab.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss managerial decisions and lineups of Orioles manager Brandon Hyde
You aren’t the only one seeing a lot new faces in the Baltimore Orioles dugout. Manager Brandon Hyde is a week into managing an unfamiliar roster that has a whole new lineup of possibilities and different humans in a pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the managerial decisions and pieces to the World Series puzzle that Mike Elias hopes he’s assembled.
Managing a whole lot of change with Orioles roster
You aren’t the only one seeing a lot new faces in the Baltimore Orioles dugout. Manager Brandon Hyde is a week into managing an unfamiliar roster that has a whole new lineup of possibilities and different humans in a pennant race. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the managerial decisions and pieces to the World Series puzzle that Mike Elias hopes he’s assembled.
Creating a new Page in the story of Barenaked Ladies legacy in Annapolis
Founding and former member of Canadian band Barenaked Ladies Steven Page tells Nestor about modern life and music en route to Ramshead On Stage in Annapolis with his trio and all the hits on August 12th.
With new arms acquired, will Orioles pitching hold up in October?
It’s no secret that the Baltimore Orioles needed a better bullpen to bolster a World Series run in October. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the additions of Mike Elias at MLB trade deadline and whether it will be enough to compete in late fall.
My town: The bleeding heart of Cleveland baseball with Munch Bishop
After spending a few days in Ohio last week, Nestor welcomes his legendary Cleveland radio pal and Lucky’s Cafe breakfast companion Mark “Munch” Bishop back onto the show to discuss Rock Hall music history, the legend of rocker Michael Stanley and this weekend’s first-place Guardians and Orioles series.
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery talks baseball and Dundalk million dollar winners with Nestor
Seth Elkin of Maryland Lottery talks baseball and Dundalk million dollar winners with Nestor
How will Team Rubenstein move the economic needle to boost Orioles payroll and potential?
With the trading deadline ahead and the first measurement of ownership’s strategy on the field coming into focus, our business insider Eric Fisher from Front Office Sports gives Nestor the economic realities of MLB, local media issues and the hurdles and growth needed from Team David Rubenstein moving forward as Catie Griggs takes over the business of Birdland
Leonard Raskin and Nestor discuss a summer of Baltimore sports wealth with Orioles and Ravens
Like every Baltimore sports fan, our financial insider Leonard Raskin is thinking about two parades in the next six months in the Charm City. And for perhaps the first time in our lifetime, it’s possible…
Brent Urban says heart remained with Ravens despite offseason interest from other teams
Brent Urban says heart remained with Ravens despite offseason interest from other teams
Travis Jones eyeing breakout campaign entering Year 3 with Ravens
Travis Jones eyeing breakout campaign entering Year 3 with Ravens
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Lamar and offensive goals of Ravens with Derrick Henry
With jobs on the offensive line being the true focus for fans during training camp in Owings Mills, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall goals of the Todd Monken offense in Year Two with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in the backfield and a full contingent of receivers returning for the reigning MVP quarterback.
The goals of Ravens offense with King Henry
With jobs on the offensive line being the true focus for fans during training camp in Owings Mills, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the overall goals of the Todd Monken offense in Year Two with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry in the backfield and a full contingent of receivers returning for the reigning MVP quarterback.
A summer of local sports wealth and rich experiences with Orioles and Ravens
Like every Baltimore sports fan, our financial insider Leonard Raskin is thinking about two parades in the next six months in the Charm City. And for perhaps the first time in our lifetime, it’s possible…
Learning how THCV is powering change in cannabis product offerings
Over the past few months we’ve been seeing more about the benefits of THCV and asked Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness to bring the facts into focus.
Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum dealing with “minor soft-tissue” injury
The Pro Bowl center is expected to return “sometime next week,” according to John Harbaugh.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss bullpen of Orioles after Elias additions at MLB trade deadline
It’s no secret that the Baltimore Orioles needed a better bullpen and at least one more quality starter to bolster a World Series run in October. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the additions of Mike Elias at MLB trade deadline and whether it will be enough to compete in late fall.
John Harbaugh provides update on Tyler Linderbaum following Friday’s Ravens practice
John Harbaugh provides update on Tyler Linderbaum following Friday’s Ravens practice
Justice Hill embracing chance to learn from Derrick Henry in Ravens backfield
Justice Hill embracing chance to learn from Derrick Henry in Ravens backfield
Andrew Vorhees relishing opportunity to show Ravens they made smart investment
Andrew Vorhees relishing opportunity to show Ravens they made smart investment
Patrick Mekari just wants to play entering contract year with Ravens
Patrick Mekari just wants to play entering contract year with Ravens
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness brings benefits of THCV into focus for Nestor
Over the past few months we’ve been seeing more about the benefits of THCV and asked Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness to bring the facts – and products – into focus.
Top corner infield prospect Coby Mayo set to join Orioles in Cleveland
The slugging corner infielder is Baltimore’s No. 3 prospect and the 15th-best prospect in baseball, according to MLB.com.
Another Dundalk millionaire!
Always fun to talk baseball, trading deadline deals and Maryland Lottery news with Seth Elkin. This week, a guy walked into Squire’s in Dundalk and walked out with more than the pepperoni and meat sauce…
Badenhausen: Rubenstein bought a distressed asset in Orioles
Our defending champion of sports business valuations and the whys and hows of billionaire owners, Kurt Badenhausen of Sportico joins Nestor once again to (finally) discuss the exit of the Angelos family and the financial realities that David Rubenstein and new ownership inherit with the Baltimore Orioles. And the media and sponsorship landscape for Catie Griggs to take $600 million of your money to grow Camden Yards and an All Star Game into a cash machine that stimulates payroll growth…
Going back to Summer Camp with Hootie and The Blowfish
Sure, they’ll always be known as a South Carolina band, but Hootie and The Blowfish guitarist Mark Bryan is always quick to point out his Maryland roots for home and sports. He catches up on Orioles Magic, thirty years of friendship with Nestor and the not-so-cracked rear view of a life in making music that is currently making fans happy on the road with all the hits.
Munch Bishop and Nestor discuss Cleveland rock music history and Guardians and Orioles weekend
After spending a few days in Ohio last week, Nestor welcomes his legendary Cleveland radio pal and Lucky’s Cafe breakfast companion Mark “Munch” Bishop back onto the show to discuss Rock Hall music history, the legend of rocker Michael Stanley and this weekend’s first-place Guardians and Orioles series.
Will Rubenstein and new ownership make a real splash with Griggs hire?
Our professor and veteran of all things sports business Marty Conway schools Nestor on the primary tasks for new Orioles ownership to grow the brand and build a foundation for the next generation of Baltimore baseball fans during this critical pennant race.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens training camp and offensive line observations
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens training camp and offensive line observations and possibilities.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Day 10 of open training camp
Second-round rookie Roger Rosengarten saw a more extended look as the first-team right tackle on Thursday.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss injury to Westburg and dramatic Holliday grand slam
On a night when Jackson Holliday stole the show at Camden Yards with a dramatic grand slam and win over the Blue Jays, the Orioles lost All Star third baseman Jordan Westburg with a fractured hand. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what this shakeup will do for the lineup, infield and the future of Coby Mayo.
Trenton Simpson trying to soak up as much knowledge as possible from Roquan Smith
Trenton Simpson trying to soak up as much knowledge as possible from Roquan Smith
Brandon Stephens happy to focus exclusively on cornerback after breakout 2023
Brandon Stephens happy to focus exclusively on cornerback after breakout 2023
Arthur Maulet aiming to carve out more extensive role in Ravens defense
Arthur Maulet aiming to carve out more extensive role in Ravens defense
When you can’t quit the Baltimore Orioles
He disappeared from Baltimore four decades ago to become a decorated Philadelphia Daily News sportswriter following in the footsteps of his father who was a Sports Illustrated legend. Author Mark Kram Jr. admits his lifelong Orioles addiction to Nestor from the land of the first-place Phillies.
Here’s why losing Jordan Westburg is a big deal
On a night when Jackson Holliday stole the show at Camden Yards with a dramatic grand slam and win over the Blue Jays, the Orioles lost All Star third baseman Jordan Westburg with a fractured hand. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss what this shakeup will do for the lineup, infield and the future of Coby Mayo.
It’s all about the offensive line in Owings Mills
As the dog days of Ravens training camp really take hold, our Luke Jones joins Nestor for a long discussion on battle of several players for a starting spot on the offensive line that will protect Lamar Jackson and open holes for Derrick Henry.
As Holliday thrills in return, Orioles lose Westburg to fractured right hand
All-Star infielder Jordan Westburg was struck on the right hand with a 95-mph fastball in Wednesday’s win over Toronto.
