Ravens unveil new uniforms counting down to 2026 campaign
This marked the most significant changes the franchise had made to its uniforms since the 1990s.
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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.
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.
Picking apart the Liars Luncheon as NFL Draft looms large for Ravens path back to Super Bowl contender
Our Luke Jones attended the annual Pre-Draft Luncheon and Presser in Owings Mills and Nestor had some questions and observations for the event he dubbed “The Liars Luncheon” 25 years ago as an homage to the Alibi Breakfast of Preakness week. Plenty of needs, wants and picks to discuss as the NFL Draft looms large next weekend in Pittsburgh.
The grand slam reality of Home Run Riches
In the first of what Orioles fans hope will be many-more grand slam home runs this season, it was Jeremiah Jackson’s blast on Monday night that set off the $5,000 salami for a lucky Home Run Riches contestant. Seth Elkin of The Maryland Lottery gives Nestor the big fly realities of Home Run Riches and why we all dig the long ball.
Steve Miles and Nestor discuss the state of the world and talk about issues, solutions and the law in America
It’s been too long since we shared a crab cake chat with Baltimore lawyer Steve Miles, whose television advertising and advocacy for regular humans four decades ago is well remembered around town. Here at Faidley’s, Nestor and the former assistant state’s attorney “talk about it” in discussing the state of the world and issues, solutions and the law in America amidst Trump’s obvious criminality and protection by Congress.
DeCosta on Ravens’ 14th pick: “I feel like it’s a sweet spot for us” to address one of biggest needs
Baltimore’s brass held the pre-draft press conference in Owings Mills on Wednesday.
Eric DeCosta, Jesse Minter discuss Ravens’ options for upcoming 2026 draft
Eric DeCosta, Jesse Minter discuss Ravens’ options for upcoming 2026 draft
Shaina Hernandez gives Nestor an overview on Baltimore Markets from Faidley’s at Lexington Market
With us watching the “new” Lexington Market come to life in recent years and always centered up at Faidley’s Seafood for the Maryland Crab Cake Tour, we loved our visit with Shaina Hernandez, who gives Nestor a primer and overview on all of the Baltimore Markets and their tasty offerings for locals to patronize and enjoy. Mark it down and get to one of the city’s fabulous markets!
Craig Albernaz discusses Tuesday’s 4-3 loss to Arizona that brings Orioles’ winning streak to end
Craig Albernaz discusses Tuesday’s 4-3 loss to Arizona that brings Orioles’ winning streak to end
Luke Jones and Nestor discuss changing times in Owings Mills with Jesse Minter getting Ravens veterans in house
With the NFL Draft approaching next week and a bunch of players on the Baltimore Ravens roster already in the building and working in Owings Mills, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the changing times with Jesse Minter establishing whatever the “new” rules will be in the purple castle. We wonder what those might be in the aftermath of two decades of Camp Hardball.
Attorney Steve Miles tells Nestor why he’s still in Baltimore as he celebrates his 83rd birthday Faidley’s on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour
Attorney Steve Miles tells Nestor why he’s still in Baltimore as he celebrates his 83rd birthday with us at Faidley’s Seafood on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour. Nothing better than spending time with the wisdom of old friends who never seem to age at all.
Luke Jones and Nestor do a Fashion Week show with Orioles City Connect and Ravens mystery threads coming this week.
Luke Jones and Nestor do a Fashion Week show with Orioles City Connect and Ravens mystery threads coming this week.
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.
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.
The mentor in Minter will be worth a mint if it motivates key veterans
With the NFL Draft approaching next week and a bunch of players on the Baltimore Ravens roster already in the building and working in Owings Mills, Luke Jones and Nestor discuss the changing times with Jesse Minter establishing whatever the “new” rules will be in the purple castle. We wonder what those might be in the aftermath of two decades of Camp Hardball.
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.
The markets of Baltimore are better than ever
With us watching the “new” Lexington Market come to life in recent years and always centered up at Faidley’s Seafood for the Maryland Crab Cake Tour, we loved our visit with Shaina Hernandez, who gives Nestor a primer and overview on all of the Baltimore Markets and their tasty offerings for locals to patronize and enjoy. Mark it down and get to one of the city’s fabulous markets!
Brian Greenway of April Wine takes Nestor on a Canadian classic rock tour and Quebec history lesson
What classic rock rocker hasn’t played air guitar to “Just Between You And Me”? So when Nestor got a chance to chat about the Montreal side of April Wine as they hit the road with the triumphant return of Triumph this spring, he had plenty of questions for Brian Greenway, who joined the band in 1977 and continues to bring the music to the masses.
Canadian musician Luke Doucet tells Nestor how he magically wound up in Bryan Adams band in South America
In the heat of the night, Canadian musician Luke Doucet got a heavenly call from legendary Bryan Adams to join his band – but he had to learn 26 songs in three days and meet them to play in Puerto Rico in 72 hours. Nestor saw three of those magical South American shows in Montevideo, Santiago and Bogota and tracked down Sarah McLachlan’s regular guitar player in Toronto to have him tell one of the greatest rock and roll stories ever told. It was more than a one night love affair for the reckless kid who wanted to rock from Winnipeg…
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.
(Still) talking about it with Stephen L. Miles
Attorney Steve Miles tells Nestor why he’s still in Baltimore as he celebrates his 83rd birthday with us at Faidley’s Seafood on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour. Nothing better than spending time with the wisdom of old friends who never seem to age at all.
Gary Davenport of Bleacher Report gives Nestor an AFC primer for the NFL Draft as Ravens pick 14th
It’s the time of the year for mock drafts and dirty NFL rumors and Gary Davenport of Bleacher Report returns to give his thoughts on the draft and an AFC primer as the Baltimore Ravens have the 14th pick on the board and many directions for a future with new head coach Jesse Minter and Lamar Jackson in the prime of his career.
Orioles legend Ken Singleton visits with Nestor for another MLB season and Cool Kids Campaign love
It’s been 43 years since Orioles legend Ken Singleton celebrated our last World Series win here in Baltimore and we’ve all been awaiting the next parade. The Sparks resident and longtime voice of the New York Yankees begins another season with Nestor as the balls and strikes change but his love for our community and commitment to the Cool Kids Campaign remains strong and sincere. Never a bad day to talk baseball, golf and some old Earl Weaver stories with Singy…
Legendary sports agent Leigh Steinberg gives Nestor the playbook for The Comeback and tales of overcoming despair
We visit with legendary super agent Leigh Steinberg several times a year and just talk football, life, business and the modern athlete. If you know of his rocky and wildly successful journey, you know he wants to share his wisdom on the sunny side of the street and his newest book, “The Comeback,” is his playbook for turning life’s setbacks into your greatest victories. We also chatted about the Maxx Crosby situation with Eric DeCosta and the Ravens and the significance of trust in the NFL business world.
Laura Clary of GBMC SAFE team invites Nestor to Walk A Mile In Their Shoes on April 17th in Towson
It’s always the hardest topic to discuss in our community but we are always here to educate and help victims of sexual assault. Laura Clary from the GBMC S.A.F.E. (Sexual Assault Forensic Examination) team invites Nestor to “Walk A Mile In Their Shoes” on April 17th in Towson in the 11th annual event that is a fundraiser and an awareness campaign to help anyone in need after the worst trauma any human can imagine. Come walk with us!
Derry Grehan of Honeymoon Suite tells Nestor about new album and talk Canadian and MTV music history
As part of our fun chatting with Canadian musicians and legends this spring, we welcomed Derry Grehan of Honeymoon Suite for a visit to discuss the old MTV and Much Music days and a new album, “Wake Me Up When The Sun Goes Down.” Who didn’t love the song and video “New Girl Now”? Time to feel it again…
John Martin of The Maryland Lottery gives Nestor the lowdown on The Big Spin and new spring games
There are lots of fun ways to win money when you play The Maryland Lottery but the second edition of The Big Spin is memorably awesome. In our weekly visit with Executive Director John Martin, we discuss when the winners and big spinners arrive at the Montgomery Park headquarters for their turn at the wheel of big winning.
Media examiner Jim Williams gives Nestor a MLB primer on money, networks and future of watching baseball
Our longtime friend and television executive Jim Williams returns to examine the evolving and quickly changing MLB media model as MASN disintegrates and 10 teams were searching for local ways to distribute 162 baseball games in each market. Here, Nestor gets a professional MLB primer on money, networks and future of watching the games from outside the stadium.
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.
Putting the Examination on the MLB media world and future
Our longtime friend and television executive Jim Williams returns to examine the evolving and quickly changing MLB media model as MASN disintegrates and 10 teams were searching for local ways to distribute 162 baseball games in each market. Here, Nestor gets a professional MLB primer on money, networks and our future of watching the games from outside the stadium.
Spilling the Canadian roots of April Wine as they hit road with Triumph
What classic rock rocker hasn’t played air guitar to “Just Between You And Me”? So when Nestor got a chance to chat about the Montreal side of April Wine as they hit the road with the triumphant return of Triumph this spring, he had plenty of questions for Brian Greenway, who joined the band in 1977 and continues to bring the music to the masses.
Twelve Ravens Thoughts at start of voluntary offseason program
Many players like star safety Kyle Hamilton were meeting new head coach Jesse Minter in person for the first time this week.
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.
Canadian musician Luke Doucet tells Nestor his Reckless journey straight into the heart of Bryan Adams’ band in South America last month
In the heat of the night, Canadian musician Luke Doucet got a heavenly call from legendary Bryan Adams to join his band – but he had to learn 26 songs in three days and meet them to play in Puerto Rico in 72 hours. Nestor saw three of those magical South American shows in Montevideo, Santiago and Bogota and tracked down Sarah McLachlan’s regular guitar player in Toronto to have him tell one of the greatest rock and roll stories ever told. It was more than a one night love affair for the reckless kid who wanted to rock from Winnipeg…
Revisiting four decades of classic rock with Honeymoon Suite
As part of our fun chatting with Canadian musicians and legends this spring, we welcomed Derry Grehan of Honeymoon Suite for a visit to discuss the old MTV and Much Music days and a new album, “Wake Me Up When The Sun Goes Down.” Who didn’t love the song and video “New Girl Now”? Time to feel it again…
And with the 14th pick in the NFL Draft, the Baltimore Ravens select…
It’s the time of the year for mock drafts and dirty NFL rumors and Gary Davenport of Bleacher Report returns to give his thoughts on the draft and an AFC primer as the Baltimore Ravens have the 14th pick on the board and many directions for a future with new head coach Jesse Minter and Lamar Jackson in the prime of his career.
Duane Rieder of The Clemente Museum in Pittsburgh invites Nestor behind the scenes for 21 tales
Sure, we give Pittsburgh a hard time but once we saw that the newest Orioles superstar Pete Alonso took his guys to The Clemente Museum when the Birds flew in, we knew it was time to reach to our old pal Duane Rieder in Da ‘Burgh to invite us behind the scenes for 21 tales of Roberto Clemente that only the curator of this fabulous place can bring to life.
PGA pro Ed Miller of Pine Ridge and Classic 5 Golf gets Nestor ready to smell the azaleas of Butler Cabin and The Masters in Augusta
Our PGA pro Ed Miller of Pine Ridge and Classic 5 Golf gets Nestor ready to smell the azaleas outside Butler Cabin and a full preview of The Masters in Augusta as he prepares for another turn on the fairway on the most famous golf course in the world. It’s golf season, Baltimore!
