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The Baltimore Orioles brought rookie Heston Kjerstad back from the concussion injured list a week after he was hit in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch
Baltimore Orioles rookie Heston Kjerstad returned to action on Saturday after being cleared from the seven-day concussion injured list. Kjerstad was struck in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch from New York Yankees’ Clay Holmes during a game on July 12, prompting both teams to clear their benches. The Orioles outfielder was placed on the concussion-injured list the next day.
Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Sunday in Baltimore area
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Sunday, July 21, in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering...
Car crashes into northeast Baltimore home, trapping family inside
A car crashed into a northeast Baltimore home, trapping people inside. The family who lives in the Knell Avenue home said there were four people inside Saturday night when the car crashed into the side of the house. One teenager and an adult were able to get out of the home on their own, while two other adults were trapped in the basement.
Baltimore Man Sentenced to Seven Consecutive Life Sentences for Triple Murder in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, PA—Christopher Van Johnson, 36, of Baltimore, Maryland, was sentenced on July 17, 2024, to seven consecutive life sentences for his role in the brutal murders of three individuals on…
Baltimore Police Arrest Repeat Offender for Attempted Murder
BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore Police Department has announced the arrest of 41-year-old Fielding Bame, a repeat violent offender, in connection with a recent stabbing incident. The stabbing occurred on July 12,…
Premier League coming to Annapolis for Stateside Cup
(WBFF) — The Premier League comes to Annapolis on Wednesday, July 31 when Crystal Palace takes on Wolves at Navy Marine-Corps Memorial Stadium. It also marks the first game in the states for Crystal Palace Manager Oliver Glasner with his new team, and he's looking forward to it all.
Mark Andrews' Take on Lamar Jackson-Derrick Henry Team Up Will Get Fans Hyped
Mark Andrews has been arguably the most consistent playmaker in the Baltimore Ravens offense during the Lamar Jackson era, but that may change in 2024. That's because the Ravens went out and signed star running back Derrick Henry in free agency this offseason, giving Baltimore a superstar playmaker ...
Climate change’s toll on the health of Black communities
It’s not difficult for people to observe the influence climate change has had on the planet, whether through extreme weather, wildfires, droughts, melting glaciers or rising sea levels. But, its impact on communities’ health may not be as easily detected. Black communities, in particular, are especially vulnerable to...
An Orioles-Reds trade to give Baltimore some much-needed starting rotation help
The Baltimore Orioles entered the 2024 season with one of, if not the best rotation in the American League on paper, but thanks to some injuries, it doesn't look like one of the best now. Corbin Burnes and Grayson Rodriguez are two awesome pieces, but thanks to injuries to Kyle Bradish, John Means, and Tyler Wells, Dean Kremer is their third starter.
Ravens LB Roquan Smith says Trenton Simpson 'has a chance to be special'
After losing Pro Bowl inside linebacker Patrick Queen to the Pittsburgh Steelers in free agency, all eyes turn towards 2023 third-round pick Trenton Simpson as his likely replacement in the middle of the Baltimore Ravens defense alongside All-Pro veteran Roquan Smith. Smith praised his potential new running mate when speaking...
Anthony Santander hits 27th home run in Baltimore Orioles' 3-2 loss in Texas
BALTIMORE - Anthony Santander blasted his 27th home run, but the Baltimore Orioles' rally fell short in a 3-2 loss to the Texas Rangers on Sunday.Santander's third home run in three games since the All-Star break cut the Orioles' deficit to one run in the eighth inning, but went down in order in the ninth.Jonah Heim hit a three-run homer and Andrew Heaney pitched two-hit ball over five scoreless innings for the Rangers, who avoided the three-game sweep.The Rangers swept Baltimore in the AL Division Series last year on the way to their first World Series title.The Orioles won three...
Orioles, Dodgers reportedly have discussed All-Star pitcher with Tigers
The Orioles and Dodgers are “engaged in talks” with the Tigers regarding a trade for All-Star left-hander Tarik Skubal, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. This comes after a previous report from Tom Verducci of Sports Illustrated, which suggested that Baltimore and L.A. were interested in Skubal but did not confirm the Tigers were entertaining offers for the Cy Young contender.
Payroll implications of the Orioles buying at the trade deadline
It has been a long time since the Orioles have been subject to MLB's luxury tax. Nearly 25 years, in fact. First implemented in the 1996 CBA, the Orioles led the league in luxury tax dollars paid between 1997-1999, forking over $10.6 million in total. Just 8 teams were forced to pay the tax in that timeframe, with the Yankees being the only other organization to contribute more than $3 million.
Cano gets his season back on track
Orioles right-handed reliever Yennier Cano is a pretty important pitcher in the Baltimore bullpen. He has three saves this season but has made most of his appearances as a setup man in the eighth inning. While some numbers for him are not as good as last season when he was...
Could Orioles reunite with recently DFA'd Mariners reliever?
Orioles fans know full well that this team could use more pitching depth heading into the second half. Rumors are starting to swirl about how GM Mike Elias will approach the trade deadline but it seems clear that the O's will look at a variety of options in order to shore up their rotation and bullpen depth before the end of July.
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