Early Birds

The Ravens are headed to Brazil and The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn sits down with André Santos of Ravens Brasil to talk about NFL fandom in the country and what it means to be hosting a game in Rio. Later in the show, The Sun's Matt Weyrich runs through the biggest news and notes from the Orioles' final week of the regular season, including Jackson Holliday undergoing wrist surgery.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens and Orioles played a rare home doubleheader Sunday... and it didn't go well. After the Ravens lost their home opener to the Saints, 24-17, the Orioles fell to the Brewers on Sunday Night Baseball for a weekend sweep that all but ensured they will be missing the playoffs.The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino recap the Ravens' loss, including the defensive collapse and lack of Derrick Henry touches, and break down both the Orioles' series and president of baseball operations Mike Elias' comments in his latest news conference.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

ESPN radio host Mike Golic Jr. sits down with The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn to talk early returns on a new-look offensive line, Zay Flowers' hot start and a trio of Notre Dame connections. Later in the show, The Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino recap Pete Alonso's big return to New York and discuss which offensive pieces around him the Orioles can rely on in 2027 with the offseason looming.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens' stars came to play in their season opener, thumping the Colts 41-23 behind big days from Derrick Henry, Lamar Jackson and Zay Flowers. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich, Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino break down the win, including what went right for Declan Doyle's offense, where the defensive line struggled to generate pressure and the latest on Flowers leaving the game with a hamstring injury.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens' season is upon us and we've got some galaxy-brained predictions to get off our chests. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich, Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino preview the Ravens' season ahead by discussing their biggest questions, storylines they're following most closely and some bold predictions that are sure to make them look smart come January.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Ravens' new radio play-by-play broadcaster Kyle Youmans sat down with The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino on today's episode for an interview about taking on the job, his gameday routines and expectations for the Ravens in 2026.Later in the show, The Sun's Orioles reporter Matt Weyrich discusses the team's embarrassing four-game sweep at the hands of the Red Sox, Adley Rutschman's return and Luis Robert Jr. going on the injured list after playing just three games.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles have looked to Jackson Holliday as their everyday second baseman and leadoff man down the stretch. He sits down with The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich to talk about the influence of his dad, his search for more power at the plate and his Mount Rushmore of MLB ballparks.After the interview, Matt and The Sun's Josh Tolentino discuss the Orioles' tough finish to their road trip in Colorado and Ravens GM Eric DeCosta speaking about Lamar Jackson's contract status, the Rashod Bateman situation and more ahead of the team's season opener.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens trimmed their roster down Sunday to the final 53 players they'll carry coming out of the preseason and there were several surprises. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino hopped on right after the final cuts were announced and gave their initial reactions to the flurry of roster moves.In the back half of the show, the guys recap the Orioles' weekend sweep of the Athletics and discuss their standing in an AL wild-card race that's finally starting to take shape.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Ravens training camp is in its final week and to kick off the show, The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino chat with new safety Jaylinn Hawkins about coming over from the Patriots in free agency.After the interview, Sam and The Sun's Matt Weyrich run through a final 53-man roster projection with the deadline for cuts looming Sunday.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt, Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles had a big test playing 10 straight games against the AL East's top two teams... and they went 5-5. Because of course they did. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break down yet another up-and-down week for the O's and recap the Ravens' 13-3 preseason win over the Vikings over the weekend.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

A special guest joins the show Thursday in Ravens rookie OLB Zion Young, who takes a break from training camp to chat with The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn about his transition to the professional ranks and first impressions of his new coaches and teammates.After the interview, Sam and host Matt Weyrich discuss some of the Ravens' looming roster cut decisions before switching over to Orioles. They finish out the show talking about Trey Mancini announcing his retirement and the news that Blaze Alexander and Félix Bautista are both nearing rehab assignments.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens beat the Eagles, 24-7, in their preseason opener with contributions from several high-profile rookies including Vega Ioane and Ja'Kobi Lane. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break down the game and evaluate the biggest standouts on both sides of the ball.In the back half of the show, the guys react to the Orioles' stunning weekend against the Rays that saw Baltimore vault into sole possession of a playoff spot. Is any of this for real? There are 38 games left on the schedule for us to find out.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Where would the Orioles be without Brandon Young this season? The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino examine Young's breakout season and the path that led him to Camden Yards.They also look ahead to the Ravens' preseason opener and players to watch as Baltimore plays the Eagles in its first game action since January.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

New Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle comes over from a Bears offense that spread the ball around a lot last season. Do the Ravens have the pass catching corps to replicate that? The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss early standouts from training camp including the darling Ja'Kobi Lane.Later in the episode, they examine recent comments Orioles owner David Rubenstein made about the team's trying season and a letter to the editor that former GM Dan Duquette wrote about the state of the organization he left behind when he was fired in 2018.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens made Zay Flowers one of the top five highest-paid wide receivers in the NFL this week... and the deal made a lot of sense? The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn break down Flowers' extension and run through observations from the Ravens' first week of training camp.In the back half of the show, the guys discuss the mood of the Orioles' clubhouse following their trade deadline fire sale and take a look at the three players Baltimore acquired at the deadline amid its flurry of moves.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Another trade deadline, another Orioles fire sale. Adley Rutschman is headed to the Boston Red Sox among four player-for-player trades the Orioles made leading up to Monday's deadline. How can the club justify trading its franchise catcher? On today's episode, The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino react to every move and what it all means for the future — and the present. Hear from Mike Elias as well as he explains his rationale for trading Rutschman and others.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Ravens training camp is underway and there were several surprises in Owings Mills from the team's first practice. The Baltimore Sun's Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino recap the session, including the first look at Nnamdi Madubuike back on the field and standouts from drills.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Ravens training camp kicks off Wednesday and The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino preview the next seven weeks by examining every major storyline, roster battle, injury situation and more.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles might've saved their season with their Game 2 win over Boston in their doubleheader Wednesday night. Baltimore ended the Red Sox's 15-game winning streak and avoided falling to five games back in the wild-card race with 12 days to go before the trade deadline.The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn recap a pivotal series in Boston and talk some Ravens, including which veteran wide receivers still left in free agency might be a good fit and how power rankings across various major outlets seem to be sleeping on Baltimore.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles signed their largest contract for a pitcher in franchise history over the weekend when they inked Kyle Bradish to a five-year, $90 million extension. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break down the deal and give their outlook on the state of the Orioles' rotation long term.Later in the show, the guys discuss the Ravens' one-year pact with veteran center Ethan Pocic and the ramifications for the rest of their offensive line. They also give two names beyond Lamar Jackson that stand out as extension candidates with training camp quickly approaching.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

All-Star Week has come and gone. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino recap an Adley Rutschman-filled couple of days in Philadelphia including his comments on trade rumors and potential extension talks. The guys also discuss MLB's timeline for scheduling out the next few All-Star Games, with Baltimore near the top of the list.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles aimed for upside with several of their picks in the 2026 MLB draft including their No. 7 overall selection of high school outfielder Eric Booth Jr. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn break down the 20-player class and discuss the team finally breaking through with a four-game winning streak heading into the All-Star break.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

If you enjoy seeing the authentic side of podcasting, this episode is for you. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn set out to do a show discussing five of the biggest questions facing the Ravens three weeks out from training camp and preview the Orioles' No. 7 selection in this weekend's MLB draft.They did those things, but follow along as Matt is forced to make multiple venue changes and navigate interruptions along the way as he records from Camden Yards.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman is headed to the All-Star Game for the third time of his career after being named to the American League squad over the weekend. The Baltimore Sun’s Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss Rutschman’s 2026 resurgence and how it reaffirms the former No. 1 overall pick is still the Orioles’ face of the franchise.The guys also break down the Orioles’ inability to extend a winning streak longer than three games and preview the club’s final homestand before the All-Star break.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles dropped to a season-low nine games under .500 this week. Is this what rock bottom looks like? The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss a rough week for the Orioles and where the club must go from here to even start thinking about a turnaround.The guys also go over some of the latest Ravens news and notes, including the developing situation surrounding the family of veteran DL Calais Campbell.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Mike Elias addressed the media on the state of the Orioles' organization over the weekend. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich breaks down the comments from the president of baseball operations, including his desire for the club to be buyers at the trade deadline and the shutting down of any Adley Rutschman trade rumors.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Special guest Mike Shildt, former Padres and Cardinals manager and current Orioles upper-level coordinator of instruction, sits down with The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich to talk about the club's shift in player development philosophy with a focus more on improving fundamentals and situation awareness. Shildt also discusses Cal Ripken Jr.'s impact on the organization and the changes that have taken place in the organization since his arrival.On the back half of the show, Matt and The Sun's Josh Tolentino chat about the Ravens' hire of Kyle Youmans to replace longtime radio play-by-play broadcaster Gerry Sandusky as their new lead commentator in the booth. Josh had an exclusive interview with Youmans ahead of his hire and he explained the hiring process that led to the Texas native landing in Baltimore.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Just when it seems like the season might be slipping away from them, the Orioles go out and stomp the Dodgers. Baltimore opened its nine-game West Coast trip by losing two of three against the Mariners before winning an improbable series in Los Angeles over the weekend.The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break down where the Orioles stand after a rollercoaster of a week and where the team must go from here.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

After the guys took a look at some of the Orioles' top potential trade targets at the deadline, The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss who might be on the move if the team decides to sell come August. Hint: Adley Rutschman isn't one of them.Later in the show, they switch gears to Ravens and run through five veterans entering their age-29 season or older who the team is going to be relying on in 2026. Can Derrick Henry still be a workhorse RB1? How much can the Ravens depend on Marlon Humphrey in the secondary?Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles are hanging around enough for buying at the trade deadline to be a strong possibility. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss the team's biggest needs and some potential fits on the trade market.Later, they react to Ravens kicker Tyler Loop addressing the media for the first time since his missed Week 18 kick against the Steelers.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens hosted their mandatory minicamp this week for their final organized practices before training camp later this summer. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino discuss Josh's biggest takeaways from the open sessions and break down where there will be open position battles on the depth chart come July.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles were on the wrong end of a controversial no-call in their 6-4 loss to the Blue Jays on Sunday when Ernie Clement evaded a tag by Gunnar Henderson, leading to a five-run rally for Toronto. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino break down the play, reactions from both sides and the umpires' postgame comments.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Ravens hosted their third and final open practice of OTAs this week and the Orioles released their MLB All-Star ballot Wednesday afternoon. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discuss their final Ravens takeaways from OTAs and dive into the All-Star candidates for the surging O's.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Are the Orioles back? After a 7-3 homestand, the O's suddenly have life in the AL wild-card race. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino pull out the report cards and hand out grades for the Orioles' lineup, rotation, bullpen, defense and baserunning during the month of May.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

Lamar Jackson spoke publicly Wednesday at Ravens' OTAs for the first time since Week 18. A lot has happened since and there was much to unpack. The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn discussed QB1's comments, Jesse Minter's peek into his thinking on the center competition and more from Week 2 of the team's voluntary offseason program.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

The Orioles have reached Memorial Day, which means they're just about a third of the way into the 2026 season. With the team coming off a series win over the Detroit Tigers, The Balitmore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino decided to take a snapshot of where players stand.Whose stock has risen or fallen the most since opening day? The guys take a look at six players whose value is trending one way or the other two months into the season.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 new games instituted by Jesse Minter.Matt, who is calling in from the Tampa airport, then breaks down the Orioles' disastrous series sweep to the Rays. All three major corners of the roster contributed to each of the Orioles' three losses in St. Petersburg and the guys discuss who's to blame for the team's overall 21-29 start.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 tenure as owner and the future of MASN, though not until after they unpack the team's slow start to the 2026 season.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 schedule stack up to the rest of the league? The guys discuss before getting into the Orioles' midweek series against the Yankees. Baltimore took two of three, but it wasn't all pretty.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 Orioles clubhouse believes their winning formula can be and examine Jackson Holliday's potential fit at third base.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 MLB obituaries and they check in on where the Ravens stand among AFC North teams now that the NFL draft is in the rearview mirror.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 chance of cracking their 53-man roster to open the season.The guys then transition to Orioles and talk about the lineup, specifically five players who are underperforming a month-plus into the season. They dissect why guys like Gunnar Henderson and Pete Alonso have yet to hit their stride and break down what needs to change for them to get there.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Josh Tolentino identify eight defining trends and discuss where they're sustainable.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 out superlatives, including best pick, biggest reach, most if-they-can-develop-him-then-he'll-be-a-stud and more.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 Sam Cohn and Josh Tolentino are joined by Ravens reporter Brian Wacker to break down the pick.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Sam, Josh and Brian's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 side of the ball.The Baltimore Sun's Matt Weyrich and Sam Cohn also discuss the long-awaited update on Nnamdi Madubuike's status for 2026 and close out the show with a recap of the Orioles' up-and-down Midwest road trip to Cleveland and Kansas City.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 the Ravens in the first round and beyond.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Sam and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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. They also discuss GM Eric DeCosta's comments at the Ravens' pre-draft luncheon, determining if anything can be read from the tea leaves.The guys also break down the Orioles' series loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, including Jeremiah Jackson's breakout performance and the emergence of the bullpen as a true roster strength.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 whether some grand proclamations based on early trends are ready to take flightThe guys then continue with Ravens NFL draft coverage by looking back at their past four classes, ranking each of them and identifying what those groups say about how the Baltimore will approach this year's draft.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Josh's coverage at baltimoresun.com.

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 that is to the Orioles' rotation and run through other news and notes from Chicago.The guys then switch over to Ravens, first discussing Sam's takeaways from the start of the team's offseason program before looking ahead to the Ravens' decision at No. 14 overall in the NFL Draft. Matt and Sam each give three predictions: one rooted in logic, one that would be impulsive but exciting and one rooted in the desire for chaos.Join the conversation and connect with Early Birds:YouTube: youtube.com/@SunEarlyBirdsTwitter/X: x.com/SunEarlyBirdsInstagram: instagram.com/sunearlybirdsTikTok: tiktok.com/@sunearlybirdsFacebook: facebook.com/sunearlybirdsFollow all of Matt and Sam's coverage at baltimoresun.com.