Friday Five: Preakness, NBA Playoffs & Brian Roberts
In case you missed it, here are the top five sports stories of the week.
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In case you missed it, here are the top five sports stories of the week.
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.
A tanker truck carrying 7,500 gallons of diesel fuel crashed in South Baltimore early Friday morning.
Our rain chances will be going down in Maryland over the next few days.
The cyclopsora parasite causes major gastrointestinal issues — bloating, cramping and watery diarrhea — that can last days or even weeks.
A 10-story office building in Glen Burnie, Maryland was evacuated Thursday afternoon due to structural concerns.
A reported fish kill has left approximately 5,000 dead fish and other species on the surface of Baltimore's Inner Harbor, according to the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE).
The cyclopsora parasite causes major gastrointestinal issues — bloating, cramping and watery diarrhea — that can last days or even weeks.
A 10-story office building in Glen Burnie, Maryland was evacuated Thursday afternoon due to structural concerns.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
Baltimore County Police are stepping up patrols as they search for a suspect, and offering a $2,000 reward in the case.
Christina Tkacik, a reporter for The Baltimore Banner, discusses an Annapolis restaurant’s no-tap-water policy and how readers are reacting to the story.
WJZ-TV hosts Director Daimen Poole and Assistant Director Pamela Graham from Camp St. Vincent to highlight the program’s goal of allowing children to be children.
Laura Vernon Russell and Ronald Russell join us in studio to talk about the Foodscape: Last Licks art exhibit. The display is open at Gallery 1448 through Aug. 1, and showcases art centered around food and food terms.
Stephanie Douglas speaks to B’More Bites owner Jason Hrisanthacopoulos about his goal to bring more variety and healthy meals to workplace vending machines.
Goldseker Foundation president and CEO Matthew Gallagher speaks on the company’s history, grantmaking priorities, community focus and publications.
Jeremiah Jackson hit a two-run double in the bottom of the eighth inning to lift the Baltimore Orioles to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday.
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit two of Chicago's five home runs and the Cubs outslugged the Baltimore Orioles 9-7 on Wednesday night.
Matthew Boyd pitched six shutout innings, Alex Bregman drove in two runs and the Chicago Cubs beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 Tuesday night.
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Spencer Steer broke up a scoreless game with his 14th home run this season, Nick Lodolo pitched six scoreless innings, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 on Sunday.
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
David Hearn is accused of ripping out a piece of sealant on the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said.
President Trump claims the problems with the Reflecting Pool in Washington are due to vandalism.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Several key leadership roles in Maryland will be decided at the ballot boxes this year, beginning with the state's primary elections.
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.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week kicks off its summer 2026 edition on Friday, July 10 and runs through Sunday, July 19.
Despite the rash of thefts here and there, Howard County Police data shows airbag thefts have been on a downward trend.
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.
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.
The cyclopsora parasite causes major gastrointestinal issues — bloating, cramping and watery diarrhea — that can last days or even weeks.
Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness linked to severe diarrhea, has infected hundreds of people in at least 18 states, including here in Maryland.
Two New Jersey residents were potentially exposed to a person infected with hantavirus, according to health officials.
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.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Our rain chances will be going down in Maryland over the next few days.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Greg Padgett has your latest weather forecast.
Scattered storms heading into weekend in Maryland
Rain chances stick around this week in Maryland
Strong storms continue through Thursday evening
WJZ-TV meteorologist Greg Padgett has your latest weather forecast.
It happened on South Hanover Street near Washburn Avenue early Friday morning. WJZ-TV's Janay Reece reports.
Scattered storms heading into weekend in Maryland
U.S. Justice Department sues Maryland over "sanctuary policies"
Glen Burnie building evacuated due to structural issues