95 Connected - A Baltimore/Maryland Sports Podcast

Josh and Pat reluctantly discuss the O's continued woes that seem to have no end in sight. We cover wholesale changes we would make to sports with unlimited power, and finish off with a quick Ravens draft recap.

Pat and Josh take a break from the exhausting half month of baseball to do something fun - Maryland basketball team comparison, with a twist!

GAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH - Josh and Pat explore the good, bad, and ugly of the O's slow start to 2026. Quick recap of how our brackets did, finishing up with a relaxing look at the Masters this week.

Without Josh's permission, Pat has old friends Matt and Chris join the show for a look at the 2026 O's as opening day approaches. We look at the new threads that leaked, new pitching and hitting blood, and give our thoughts on the AL East as a whole.It's good to have baseball back.

Josh makes his triumphant return to discuss the upcoming NCAA Tournament bracket and all the frauds within. Should Miami (OH) be there? We cover our Final Four and champion picks, and finish off with a little Orioles woo-sah. It's good to be back.

SummaryIn this episode, Pat discusses the recent hiring of Jesse Minter as the Ravens' defensive coordinator and the implications of this decision. He then delves into the changes in the college football playoff format, expressing concerns about the sustainability of college sports amidst financial pressures. The conversation shifts to the impact of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) and the transfer portal on college athletics, highlighting the challenges these changes pose to traditional college sports dynamics. Finally, Pat proposes potential solutions to address the issues facing college sports today, emphasizing the need for reform to preserve the integrity of the games.

We are back in the new year 2026 to talk John Harbaugh's firing, what the Ravens should be looking for in a new coach, and what's the deal with Lamar. Special guest Nathan takes Josh's spot this week!

Pat carries the load, running solo for this episode discussing the Ravens' recent win over the Bengals, what the upcoming schedule looks like, and what are some potential endings of this 2025 Ravens chapter. What did he think about Maryland's effort against Michigan, and what does that mean for the rest of the season?

Josh and Pat are back for more and discuss the Orioles' Pete Alonso signing, how the roster is shaping up, and what's next on the offseason docket. The Ravens' rest-of-season outlook is discussed, and Josh and Pat give their Hot Take of the Day.

In this inaugural episode of the 95 Connected Podcast, hosts Pat and Josh discuss their motivations for starting the podcast, focusing on Maryland sports, particularly football and basketball. They delve into the coaching tenure of Mike Locksley, analyzing his performance and the future of Maryland football. The conversation shifts to the struggles of the Maryland offense, including the running game and offensive line issues. They also touch on the current state of Maryland basketball, the Baltimore Ravens, and set expectations for the seasons ahead.