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An Orioles and Ravens show from The Baltimore Sun, hosted by sports reporters Matt Weyrich, Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino.
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Ravens OTAs first impressions + Orioles swept by Rays | Ep. 29
The Ravens kicked off OTAs this week and The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn joins host Matt Weyrich to talk about what he saw at their first open practice, including the absence of Lamar Jackson and some…
Puck's John Ourand on Orioles' slow start, Rubenstein's tenure and future of MASN | Ep. 28
Longtime sports business reporter John Ourand of Puck News joins the show to discuss his hometown team, the Orioles. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich asks John for his thoughts on David Rubenstein's…
Ravens' 2026 schedule release + Orioles-Yankees series recap | Ep. 27
The Ravens released their 2026 schedule Thursday night and The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break it all down. Can the Ravens get off to a better start this time? How does their…
Orioles-A's series recap + Jackson Holliday at third base? | Ep. 26
The Orioles dropped two of three against the Athletics this weekend as their early-season slide continued. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn break down the series, discuss what the…
Why it's way too early to give up on Orioles + AFC North breakdown | Ep. 25
There's a time and place to panic about the Orioles but there's still so much season left to go. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino discuss why it's still way too early to write any…
Ravens rookie minicamp + Orioles' lineup underperformers | Ep. 24
After the Ravens hosted rookie minicamp over the weekend, The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss Zion Young and Vega Ioane before examining the undrafted free agents with the best…
Are the Orioles... mid? Explaining their so-so start | Ep. 23
The Orioles spent the entire month of April dancing around .500. There has been plenty to like, and plenty not to like. Which is more telling about how they'll fare over the rest of the season? The…
Ravens NFL draft superlatives: Best pick, biggest reach from 11-player class | Ep. 22
The NFL draft is in the books and the Ravens emerge with 11 players who help check off several needs across their roster. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn break down the class by handing…
Instant analysis: Ravens pick OL Vega Ioane in 1st round of NFL draft
Olaivavega Ioane no matter what.The Ravens went chalk with their No. 14 overall pick Thursday night, taking the Penn State guard to solidify the interior of their offensive line. The Baltimore Sun's…
Ravens draft fits: Defensive prospects with The Inquirer's Devin Jackson | Ep. 21
The NFL draft begins tonight and the guys take one final look at the Ravens' best prospect fits by chatting with The Philadelphia Inquirer's Devin Jackson about some names to watch on the defensive…
Ravens draft fits: Offensive prospects with NFL.com's Nick Shook | Ep. 20
NFL draft week has arrived and so has NFL.com's Nick Shook, who joined The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino to talk about prospects on the offensive side of the ball that could be fits for…
Ravens NFL mock draft roundup + Orioles highs and lows vs. D-backs | Ep. 19
With the NFL draft only a week away, The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino bring back the Chirp Meter to run through all the players being mock drafted to the Ravens at No. 14 overall.…
Taylor Ward to lead MLB in doubles? Rico Garcia, All-Star? Heat checking Orioles trends | Ep. 18
The Orioles are 15 games into the regular season and some trends are starting to emerge. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino debut a new segment, "Ready to Leave the Nest," and debate…
Orioles' Zach Eflin has Tommy John surgery + Ravens NFL draft predictions | Ep. 17
An Orioles sweep over the White Sox was dampened by the announcement that Zach Eflin underwent Tommy John surgery Wednesday. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn break down how big of a blow…
Orioles' recurring Easter nightmare + Ravens' offseason program begins | Ep. 16
For the second straight year, the Orioles suffered a lopsided defeat on Easter. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss the Orioles' weekend sweep at the hands of the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Orioles reliever trust rankings + Jesse Minter sees opportunity for Mike Green | Ep. 15
The Orioles' first home stand of 2026 was a mixed bag, particularly for their bullpen. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break down their reliever trust rankings, which boils down…
Why Orioles extended Shane Baz, opening weekend notes + Ravens WR Zay Flowers' future | Ep. 14
The Orioles cemented Shane Baz as a key part of their core with a five-year, $68 million extension ahead of the right-hander's team debut. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discussed the…
⚾️ Postgame Pod: Instant reactions to Orioles' 2-1 opening day win over Twins
The Orioles are 1-0 to start the season after beating the Minnesota Twins, 2-1, on opening day Thursday. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino grab a couple of seats at Camden Yards…
Orioles 2026 season predictions, opening day roster breakdown | Ep. 13
Opening day has arrived and The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino preview the 2026 season by giving their predictions for the Orioles' win total, divisional races, awards and more. They…
What we learned about the Orioles in spring training | Ep. 12
It's officially opening week of the MLB season and The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino put a bow on Orioles spring training by giving six things they learned while the team was in…
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