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Luke Jones and Nestor unveil thoughts on Next Flight jerseys and new Baltimore Ravens brand markings

Sports fashion is always subjective and Luke Jones and Nestor usually have strong opinions on weak ownership and league cash grabs whenever teams role out a “new look” with alternate jerseys, helmets and colors. This time, however, both agreed they were mostly pleasantly underwhelmed about the over-hyped “Next Flight” branding of the new Baltimore Ravens’ markings. Subtle, and fine…

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Unveiling our deep thoughts on ‘Next Flight’ jerseys and new Baltimore Ravens brand markings

Sports fashion is always subjective and Luke Jones and Nestor usually have strong opinions on weak ownership and league cash grabs whenever teams role out a “new look” with alternate jerseys, helmets and colors. This time, however, both agreed they were mostly pleasantly underwhelmed about the over-hyped “Next Flight” branding of the new Baltimore Ravens’ markings. Subtle, and fine…

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles outfield defense and injury problems as Cleveland is next up

It was Nestor who took to Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Wednesday afternoon with some observations about the new “look” of the ballpark and a day when all of the 42s of Jackie Robinson needed a scorecard to see who was making the errors that cost them the game. Luke Jones discusses the outfield defense and injury problems as Cleveland is next up for the Birds as .500 feels about right.

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Injuries and outfield defense start to create bigger problems for Orioles

It was Nestor who took to Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Wednesday afternoon with some observations about the new “look” of the ballpark and a day when all of the 42s of Jackie Robinson needed a scorecard to see who was making the errors that cost them the game. Luke Jones discusses the outfield defense and injury problems as Cleveland is next up for the Birds as .500 feels about right.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles Magic of Monday comeback win over Diamondbacks at Camden Yards

“Every night there’s a different star, that’s the magic of Orioles baseball…” It’s not every night that the Baltimore Orioles will battle back from a 7-1 deficit to win but when they do, it makes baseball fun again at Camden Yards. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the old-school Orioles Magic of Monday night’s comeback win over Diamondbacks and the star power of Jeremiah Jackson and Pete Alonso to make an early-season memory for Birds fans.

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A little Monday night Orioles Magic at The Yard

“Every night there’s a different star, that’s the magic of Orioles baseball…” It’s not every night that the Baltimore Orioles will battle back from a 7-1 deficit to win but when they do, it makes baseball fun again at Camden Yards. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the old-school Orioles Magic of Monday night’s comeback win over Diamondbacks and the star power of Jeremiah Jackson and Pete Alonso to make an early-season memory for Birds fans.

Luke Jones and Nestor dust off after three Orioles injuries and a pair of wins against Giants

Given the weekend’s injuries to Adley Rutschman, Ryan Mountcastle and Tyler O”Neill to add to Zach Eflin’s Tommy John surgery last week, not much is ideal for rookie manager Craig Albernaz and the Baltimore Orioles just three weeks into a chaotic season of attrition. But, after taking two of three from the San Francisco Giants at Camden Yards, Luke Jones and Nestor are more than satisfied with the over .500 run in a mediocre-so-far division.

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Orioles battling through injuries and pitchers and slumps yet still own a piece of first place in AL East

Given the weekend’s injuries to Adley Rutschman, Ryan Mountcastle and Tyler O”Neill to add to Zach Eflin’s Tommy John surgery last week, not much is ideal for rookie manager Craig Albernaz and the Baltimore Orioles just three weeks into a chaotic season of attrition. But, after taking two of three from the San Francisco Giants at Camden Yards, Luke Jones and Nestor are more than satisfied with the over .500 run in a mediocre-so-far division.

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From City Connect to Ravens new ‘brand’ drop: Luke and Nestor do a Baltimore Sports Fashion Week analysis of the money grab

While we’re wearing the throwbacks – and often throw up when we see the newer designs – Luke Jones and Nestor get off the lawn and do a proper Fashion Week show from Faidley’s as the Orioles’ City Connect green and orange drop and the Ravens drop their mysterious new rebrand and threads coming later this week. High fashion and delicious crab cakes from Lexington Market.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles sweep of White Sox and look ahead to Giants

After a sloppy weekend sweep in Pittsburgh, the Orioles took advantage of decent pitching and cold bats in Chicago, closing out a trio of wins that buoys the upcoming home stand against San Francisco and Arizona with some renewed optimism. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all elements of a Birds team that is navigating a choppy start to the season with more injuries and help needed on the mound.

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Finding the sweep spot in Chicago lifts battered Birds back to Baltimore

After a sloppy weekend sweep in Pittsburgh, the Orioles took advantage of decent pitching and cold bats in Chicago, closing out a trio of wins that buoys the upcoming home stand against San Francisco and Arizona with some renewed optimism. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss all elements of a Birds team that is navigating a choppy start to the season with more injuries and help needed on the mound.

Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens getting Lamar in the building and draft options two weeks before Pick 14

It certainly made news throughout the NFL that two-time MVP Lamar Jackson was present on the first day of the Baltimore Ravens offseason program. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the work ahead for rookie head coach Jesse Minter as Eric DeCosta and the scouting department have their hands full in trying to improve last year’s disappointing 8-9 roster. Lots of question marks and possibilities ahead with the 14th pick in two weeks at the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.

Luke Jones and Nestor tip cap to Brandon Young for quality spot start and wonder when bats awaken

Nothing has been ideal for the Baltimore Orioles pitching thus far but the past two days of Norfolk rescues for the bullpen have come from unlikely sources. This time it was Brandon Young returning for a spot start on a cold night in Chicago that got the Birds a victory after an ugly sweep in Pittsburgh. Luke Jones and Nestor tip their caps to Povich and Young and wonder when the bats will warm up this spring.

Luke Jones and Nestor talk pitching depth and bullpen taxing by Orioles bad starters after Pittsburgh sweep

Since the injury to Zach Eflin last week, the Baltimore Orioles have been cobbling together innings from Norfolk call-ups and Dean Kremer hasn’t even gotten the call just yet. Luke Jones and Nestor talk pitching depth and bullpen taxing by Orioles bad starters after Pittsburgh sweep and some innings eaters in Cade Povich and Brendan Young in the chill of Chicago.

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Young back to the rescue for Birds in frigid Chicago

Nothing has been ideal for the Baltimore Orioles pitching thus far but the past two days of Norfolk rescues for the bullpen have come from unlikely sources. This time it was Brandon Young returning for a spot start on a cold night in Chicago that got the Birds a victory after an ugly sweep in Pittsburgh. Luke Jones and Nestor tip their caps to Povich and Young and wonder when the bats will warm up this spring.

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With Lamar in the building on Day One, Ravens turn to draft board for spring improvement

It certainly made news throughout the NFL that two-time MVP Lamar Jackson was present on the first day of the Baltimore Ravens offseason program. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the work ahead for rookie head coach Jesse Minter as Eric DeCosta and the scouting department have their hands full in trying to improve last year’s disappointing 8-9 roster. Lots of question marks and possibilities ahead with the 14th pick in two weeks at the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.

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Pitching in to get Orioles bullpen reassembled

Since the injury to Zach Eflin last week, the Baltimore Orioles have been cobbling together innings from Norfolk call-ups and Dean Kremer hasn’t even gotten the call just yet. Luke Jones and Nestor talk pitching depth and bullpen taxing by Orioles bad starters after Pittsburgh sweep and some innings eaters in Cade Povich and Brendan Young in the chill of Chicago.

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#ColumnNes: O, no! These Birds laid three Easter eggs in Pittsburgh as the bats blow cold into Chicago

Stink. Stank. Stunk. And suddenly the Baltimore Orioles are 3-6 and headed on a familiar course down, and quickly. Back in December, Craig Albernaz said the Orioles were going to “attack the fundamentals,” the little details, the cleaner brand of baseball that this franchise clearly did not play over the weekend in Pittsburgh. It’s getting late early for the good start we all expected around here.

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The Orioles get outta town on first business trip to Pittsburgh and South Side of Chicago

It was the mediocre start that a 3-3 opening home stand would indicate and with Zach Eflin on the shelf and the bullpen uncertainly, Luke Jones and Nestor get Baltimore Orioles fans ready for the road in Pittsburgh and Chicago and talk some April Fools’ hijinks amidst the early spring weather reports.

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La Canfora taking calls again at WNST and joining Baltimore Positive will make far more than just a Nasty impact

Honesty. A pairing people yell about prompting real intrigue. Listeners feel our original local schtick. Delight and yearn, Baltimore! The new La Canfora and Aparicio tandem will fix those seasonal allergies of fake media, hiding owners, lying pro sports executives and general press conference doldrums.

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A turbulent offseason for Ravens puts extra focus on draft needs

A new coach. A failed trade. The loss of some key players, including center Tyler Linderbaum. It’s been three months of action and reaction but are the Baltimore Ravens improving this offseason? Luke Jones and Nestor reset the turbulent offseason of general manager Eric DeCosta as the NFL Draft approaches in Pittsburgh on April 23rd.

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Having a ball with balls and strikes in first MLB weekend of ABS

It’s been a revolutionary, game-changing concept for the sports of baseball. The first weekend of the ABS system and the challenges of pitchers, catchers and hitters has changed the strategy every night in MLB. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the concerns, drama and impact of the “new” and improved strike zone.

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Luke Jones and Nestor recap a successful Opening Day in Baltimore as Orioles beat Twins behind strong effort from Rogers

Seven strong innings from Trevor Rogers and a packed Oriole Park at Camden Yards kicked off the 2026 campaign in grand style with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins. Luke Jones and Nestor recap a successful Opening Day in Baltimore and opine about how true quality starting pitching can take the Birds to new heights with a soft schedule and lots to recommend the squad in the early going.

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For starters, it was a great start to season for Orioles

Seven strong innings from Trevor Rogers and a packed Oriole Park at Camden Yards kicked off the 2026 campaign in grand style with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins. Luke Jones and Nestor recap a successful Opening Day in Baltimore and opine about how true quality starting pitching can take the Birds to new heights with a soft schedule and lots to recommend the squad in the early going.

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