(Debuting a new Bird Tapes feature: a series of interviews with legendary newspaper beat writers who covered the Orioles. The entire series will be unlocked and available to all subscribers. Future interview subjects include Dan Shaughnessy, Ken Rosenthal and Tim Kurkjian.) When I published my oral history of the Orioles a quarter century ago, I did so without interviewing any … [Read more...] about On The Oriole Beat With Richard Justice
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Wells’ strong start, 7 steals, Beavers’ homer carry Orioles to 3-1 win and sweep of White Sox
CHICAGO–What happened? Four months ago, Tony Mansolino became the Orioles’ interim manager. He doesn’t know whether he’ll be retained. If he does return, he’ll have interesting choices to make when it comes to starting pitchers. Tyler Wells, who started Wednesday for just the third time since right elbow surgery in June 2024, could be in the mix. “I think we’ve forgotten how … [Read more...] about Wells’ strong start, 7 steals, Beavers’ homer carry Orioles to 3-1 win and sweep of White Sox
Brad Lord has been a pleasant surprise. The Nats hope more is in store.
Lord got the start for Wednesday’s 9-4 loss to the Braves that capped a four-game sweep. His matchup with Michael Harris II put his strengths and weaknesses on display. … [Read more...] about Brad Lord has been a pleasant surprise. The Nats hope more is in store.
House committee blocks effort to subpoena more Epstein records
Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee shot down Democrats' attempt Wednesday to subpoena financial records they said could shed light on the financial ties of deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. … [Read more...] about House committee blocks effort to subpoena more Epstein records
Israeli fighter jets launched ballistic missiles from the Red Sea in Qatar strike, official says
Israeli fighter jets over the Red Sea launched ballistic missiles to target Hamas leaders in Qatar last week, a U.S. defense official said, in what was a novel method likely designed to overcome the energy-rich country's air defenses and avoid entering any Mideast nation's airspace. … [Read more...] about Israeli fighter jets launched ballistic missiles from the Red Sea in Qatar strike, official says