Orioles place left-hander Cade Povich on 15-day IL with elbow inflammation
Cade Povich will undergo an MRI and is the latest Baltimore starting pitcher dealing with a health concern.
Miami
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Miami vibe and Orioles bats and arms as Athletics approach
The Baltimore Orioles midweek arrival in Miami couldn’t have come at a better time as the bats and enough of the arms have distanced the ugly weekend sweep in New York. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the better Miami vibes and Birds’ weekend visit from Athletics as a hip hop homestand commences with Tupac and Nelly on the under card.
Miami advice and feeling nice as Birds awaken from funk in lonely dome of echoes
The Baltimore Orioles midweek arrival in Miami couldn’t have come at a better time as the bats and enough of the arms have distanced the ugly weekend sweep in New York. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the better Miami vibes and Birds’ weekend visit from Athletics as a hip hop homestand commences with Tupac and Nelly on the under card.
Luke Jones and Nestor recap a rare victory for Orioles in Miami as Basallo stars
Cycling through a variety of high draft picks who have scuffled early in their major league careers has been a way of life for the Baltimore Orioles over the past four seasons. Luke Jones and Nestor recap an all-too-rare rare victory for the Orioles in Miami as catcher Samuel Basallo stars with a homer short of the cycle and Adley Rutschman comes through in the clutch as the Birds bounce back from a nightmare weekend on Broadway.
Basallo finding the sweet spot as Orioles win in Miami
Cycling through a variety of high draft picks who have scuffled early in their major league careers has been a way of life for the Baltimore Orioles over the past four seasons. Luke Jones and Nestor recap an all-too-rare rare victory for the Orioles in Miami as catcher Samuel Basallo stars with a homer short of the cycle and Adley Rutschman comes through in the clutch as the Birds bounce back from a nightmare weekend on Broadway.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss future of franchise with Elias after Yankees sweep of Orioles
We’re all looking for answers after a hideous sweep at the hands of the New York Yankees in the Bronx. The Baltimore Orioles’ new ownership can’t like what it’s seeing on the field from the 2026 squad because none of us do. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the future of franchise with Mike Elias at the helm after an embarrassing weekend of baseball at Yankee Stadium for the Birds.
Orioles searching for collective souls in South Beach after hideous Bronx sweep
We’re all looking for answers after a hideous sweep at the hands of the New York Yankees in the Bronx. The Baltimore Orioles’ new ownership can’t like what it’s seeing on the field from the 2026 squad because none of us do. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the future of franchise with Mike Elias at the helm after an embarrassing weekend of baseball at Yankee Stadium for the Birds.
#ColumnNes: The Orioles didn’t just get swept in New York; they got exposed
“We weren’t competitive,” said the manager after losing by 11 runs on Monday night in the Bronx. All of this losing starts – and eventually will end – with Mike Elias. But, for now, rookie skipper Craig Albernaz is leading a hapless bunch of Birds through an early May swoon that the future of the franchise cannot afford in Baltimore. Nestor channels 43 years of losing in this #ColumnNes of disgust at the present play on the field.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss World Baseball Classic and interest and impact on MLB
With Opening Day three weeks away, the structure of Major League Baseball changes dramatically as many players including Gunnar Henderson report to World Baseball Classic duties and games that feel far more competitive than spring training. Luke Jones and Nestor do some long toss on this international tournament that has produced some classic moments. Will you be watching?
Finding the WBC mojo as spring training splinters for MLB players
With Opening Day three weeks away, the structure of Major League Baseball changes dramatically as many players including Gunnar Henderson report to World Baseball Classic duties and games that feel far more competitive than spring training. Luke Jones and Nestor do some long toss on this international tournament that has produced some classic moments. Will you be watching?
“The High Standards and Low Profile of Steve Bisciotti”
We know, we know. We’ve been coming in strong with legitimate, probing questions for billionaire NFL owner Steve Bisciotti in the aftermath of the firing of John Harbaugh this week. Want some shameful praise for him, instead? This a complete profile of the Baltimore Ravens owner as written by Nestor Aparicio in 2013 as Chapter 2 of “#PurpleReign2: Faith, Family & Football – A Baltimore Love Story” that speaks to his glory! If you want to learn about Bisciotti’s legend and history with picking a head coach, you’ll want to read this…
Twelve Ravens Thoughts following Week 9 win at Miami
Lamar Jackson reminded of his brilliance with a four-touchdown effort in his first action in more than a month.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss homecoming return of Lamar Jackson in victory over hapless Dolphins
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss homecoming return of Lamar Jackson in victory over hapless Dolphins
As Ravens improve footing in Jackson’s return, full attention shifts to DeCosta and trade deadline
Two wins in five days made Baltimore’s direction clear ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline.
The magic of Lamar returns in Miami homecoming win over stinky Fish
The triumphant return of Lamar Jackson on Thursday Night Football gives the Baltimore Ravens hope to overcome the lost 1-5 start and become a playoff “favorite” again. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss a choppy first half but a strong finish in a 28-6 win over the hapless Miami Dolphins in a homecoming for the two-time MVP quarterback.
Jackson throws four touchdowns in return as Ravens flatten Miami in 28-6 win
Lamar Jackson reminded everyone just how much Baltimore missed him over the last month.
Teddye Buchanan discusses Ravens’ defensive effort in 28-6 win over Dolphins
Teddye Buchanan discusses Ravens’ defensive effort in 28-6 win over Dolphins
Lamar Jackson throws four touchdowns in his return as Ravens win back-to-back games for first time this season
Lamar Jackson throws four touchdowns in his return as Ravens win back-to-back games for first time this season
John Harbaugh breaks down Ravens’ 28-6 win over Miami on Thursday night
John Harbaugh breaks down Ravens’ 28-6 win over Miami on Thursday night
Harbaugh pleased to see improving Ravens defense force three turnovers in Thursday’s win
Baltimore improved to 3-5 after a convincing 28-6 victory over the Dolphins.
Getting Lamar under center in Miami
Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for Miami and return of Lamar Jackson to Ravens
Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for Miami and return of Lamar Jackson to Ravens
Luke Jones and Nestor get ready for Miami and return of Lamar Jackson to Ravens
Twelve Ravens Thoughts (and a prediction) ahead of Week 9 tilt in Miami
Nate Wiggins figures to see plenty of action covering Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle.
Ravens as healthy as they’ve been all season entering Thursday’s meeting with Miami
No member of the 53-man roster carries a game status designation for Week 9.
Lamar Jackson “extremely excited” to make return for Ravens on Thursday night
The two-time MVP quarterback is practicing fully and ready to play for the first time since Week 4.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Ravens defensive effort against Bears and what will be needed in Miami
No rest for the 2-5 Baltimore Ravens this week as Thursday night is almost here and most football fans (and gamblers, alike) believe Lamar Jackson will be returning to the field in his homeland of Miami. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the improved defensive effort against Bears and what will be needed in against Tua and the Dolphins during a short week.
Fast sleeps, no practice and waiting on Lamar homecoming in Miami
No rest for the 2-5 Baltimore Ravens this week as Thursday night is almost here and most football fans (and gamblers, alike) believe Lamar Jackson will be returning to the field in his homeland of Miami. Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the improved defensive effort against Bears and what will be needed in against Tua and the Dolphins during a short week.
John Harbaugh “very confident” Lamar Jackson will play for Ravens on Thursday night
John Harbaugh “very confident” Lamar Jackson will play for Ravens on Thursday night
The big money of NFL communications and the rising wall for media access and truth for fans
As we continue to see Baltimore Ravens players slip out the back door after losses and the questions seem to get softer for all of the players and coaches as accountability – and availability – dwindles, we wonder what the future of sports media holds for the fans and truth and answers. Our longtime pal and lifer NFL and Hollywood public relations pal Chip Namias returns to discuss billionaire owners, incomprehensible money and power and the communications changes in football over the years.
Longtime NFL PR man Chip Namias discusses money and communications changes in football with Nestor
As we continue to see Baltimore Ravens players slip out the back door after losses and the questions seem to get softer for all of the players and coaches as accountability – and availability – dwindles, we wonder what the future of sports media holds for the fans and truth and answers. Our longtime pal and lifer NFL and Hollywood public relations pal Chip Namias returns to discuss billionaire owners, incomprehensible money and power and the communications changes in football over the years.
Rogers continues providing much-needed hope as lost season for Orioles winds down
Despite such a disappointing Orioles season overall, we haven’t appreciated Trevor Rogers nearly enough.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Holliday emergence and Rogers hot effort in Orioles win over Texas
It’s been almost a year since Mike Elias acquired pitcher Trevor Rogers from the Miami Marlins in a young summer deal and his emergence this month has been quite a mixed bag but Luke Jones and Nestor certainly see the possibilities after a complete effort in a 6-0 win over the Texas Rangers at scorching Oriole Park at Camden Yards. And this Jackson Holliday kid can play a little, too!
A very hot effort by Trevor Rogers shows the upside against Rangers
It’s been almost a year since Mike Elias acquired pitcher Trevor Rogers from the Miami Marlins in a young summer deal and his emergence this month has been quite a mixed bag but Luke Jones and Nestor certainly see the possibilities after a complete effort in a 6-0 win over the Texas Rangers at scorching Oriole Park at Camden Yards. And this Jackson Holliday kid can play a little, too!
Learning more about Earl Weaver than we ever knew
Longtime journalist and author John Miller reports back to Nestor with updates on his upcoming book on the life and mind of Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame manager Earl Weaver and what made him an innovator in baseball with note cards that were a precursor to modern analytics.
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss Orioles loss at Fenway and Lamar Jackson off the practice field
Our intrepid sports reporter Luke Jones spent Monday on the practice field of Owings Mills wondering where Lamar Jackson was and then watched the Orioles take another beating at Fenway. We thought September was supposed to be fun? Luke joined Nestor for a discussion about finding pitching and the youth of Jackson Holliday.
A September Holliday? Getting the Orioles right and Lamar back on the practice field
Our intrepid sports reporter Luke Jones spent Monday on the practice field of Owings Mills wondering where Lamar Jackson was and then watched the Orioles take another beating at Fenway. We thought September was supposed to be fun? Luke joined Nestor for a discussion about finding pitching and the youth of Jackson Holliday.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts on DeCosta, Harbaugh media sessions in Indianapolis
Baltimore’s brass made clear that an offensive line rebuild will be one of the offseason’s top objectives.
Longtime sports executive and Baltimorean David Katz comes home for Ravens Festivus hopes and dreams of Las Vegas Super Bowl
Longtime sports executive and Baltimorean David Katz comes home for Ravens Festivus hopes and dreams of Las Vegas Super Bowl
Coming back home and wanting to see Ravens win the big one here
Longtime sports executive and Baltimorean David Katz comes home for a chat about Ravens Festivus hopes and dreams of Las Vegas Super Bowl. Will Lamar Jackson fulfill his purple destiny? That’s why we watch the games…
#ColumnNes Now, it’s time to win a Super Bowl
The Baltimore Ravens have never played an AFC Championship Game at home. This is the year to change that. Anything less than winning the Super Bowl in Las Vegas on February 11th will be unacceptable.
