Bob Haynie: It's Memorial Day Weekend And The Orioles Are Still In First
Believe it or not, the month of May is coming to a close and the Baltimore Orioles remain on top of the American League East
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Believe it or not, the month of May is coming to a close and the Baltimore Orioles remain on top of the American League East
Baltimore second baseman Brian Roberts played his first game since sustaining a concussion more than a year ago, going three inning for Double-A Bowie on Wednesday night.
Daniel Nava and Kelly Shoppach hit sixth-inning homers to turn a tie game in Boston's favor, and the Red Sox withstood two home runs by Nick Johnson in a 6-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.
The turnaround of Brian Matusz, the struggles of Tommy Hunter, Jason Hammel's knee problems, the futures of Zach Britton & Dylan Bundy, and the best closer in baseball: Jim Johnson.
Baltimore has the best record in the American League, the Yankees and Red Sox are struggling badly and there is an extra wild card slot to be had.
Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts will begin a minor league rehabilitation assignment on Wednesday, a significant step in his bid to return from a concussion that has kept him sidelined for more than a year.
Brian Matusz allowed two hits and struck out nine in 6 1/3 innings, Steve Tolleson and Wilson Betemit both hit two-run homers, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 4-1 on Tuesday night.
Award winning sportscaster Craig Heist talks Orioles on 105.7 The Fan
Former Orioles & current Giants broadcaster Jon Miller joined The Norris & Davis Show to discuss the Orioles' hot start to the season and his appearance at 5 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Library downtown.
Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts has not played in a Major League game since May 16, 2011. So after missing more than a year with concussions, his manager says he might just be back on the field in the near future.
Mike Wise from the Washington Post wrote a column chastising Orioles fans for their use of "O" in the anthem.
The Baltimore Orioles knocked starter Clay Buchholz out of the game in the sixth inning, put up six runs and hit their major league-leading 65th home run of the season. That would be enough to win most games -- except this one against the hard-hitting Boston Red Sox.
The Orioles are in first place this late in the season for the first time since they went wire to wire in 1997. They welcome the Red Sox into the Charm City. The Birds have won seven of their last eight against the boys from Bean Town. Tommy Hunter will take the mound for the O's Monday. Clay Bucholz starts for Boston. Gametime is 7:05.
Mike Wise of the Washington Post and Washington D.C's 105.7 The Fan wrote an article recently about fan interruptions during the National Anthem. Wise called into the Norris and Davis show to discuss his column.
Wei-Yin Chen wasn't fooling anyone with his breaking ball, least of all Stephen Strasburg.
A large fire with smoke seen all the way downtown broke out at a roofing supply warehouse in Southeast Baltimore on Tuesday afternoon.
Maryland will start looking for new construction companies to help rebuild Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge after dropping Kiewit as a contractor, the State Transportation Authority said.
The owner of Golden Falafel said he's been dealing with ongoing disputes with the owners of the ice cream truck, Mr. Tasty.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed another batch of bills into law aimed at protecting voter rights, strengthening the state's child welfare system and eliminating dynamic grocery store pricing.
A couple strong, or severe, storms are also possible.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
WJZ gets an inside look at the Baltimore Museum of Art Archive Library.
The Den restaurant in Baltimore shows off its menu.
The Humane Society of Carroll County joins us to highlight a local cat that is up for adoption and their upcoming Woofstock event happening Sept. 19 at the newly remodeled Wakefield Valley Event Center & Park in Westminster
The program promotes both literacy and community engagement by combining the fun of reading with the hands-on learning experience at Port Discovery. It encourages children in Baltimore City to read or listen to five books over the summer to earn free admission tickets to Port Discovery.
The Babe Ruth Museum in Baltimore is highlighting the baseball player's legacy for Babe Ruth Day.
Pete Alonso homered, Adley Rutschman drove in two runs, and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Houston Astros 5-3 on Tuesday night.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to deals with several undrafted free agents following the 2026 NFL Draft. Some of them are familiar with Maryland.
Morgan State's star linebacker, Erick Hunter, will be getting his shot in the National Football League, signing as an undrafted free agent with the Detroit Lions.
Heisman Trophy finalist quarterback Diego Pavia has signed as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens.
Willson Contreras hit his sixth home run of the season and second in as many games, and the Boston Red Sox responded to the firing of manager Alex Cora with a 5-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.
Dr. David Morens worked as a senior adviser to NIAID's Office of the Director from 2006 through 2022.
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself what police described as a murder-suicide in their home in Annandale, Virginia, police said Thursday.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Staff at Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit say they are seeing double as they care for five sets of twins at once.
A proposed bill in Maryland could make it easier for diners to spot unhealthy menu items before they order.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Alert Day on Wednesday for wet weather and storm chances
Rain, storms to prompt Alert Day Wednesday in Maryland
Maryland will see light rain on Tuesday before storms roll into the region Wednesday evening, prompting a possible Alert Day.
A couple strong, or severe, storms are also possible.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Rachael Jay has your latest weather forecast.
Tension at oversight hearing over troubled Baltimore program at center of fraud investigation
Towson Peeping Tom returns to Donnybrook Apartments
Baltimore firefighters battle flames at roofing supply warehouse
Alert Day on Wednesday for wet weather and storm chances
Nonprofit plans to turn historic Johns Hopkins home into wellness campus