Though the 2025 legislative session was marked by a structural deficit of more than $3 billion, tax increases and federal funding cuts, Carroll County lawmakers were able to secure thousands of dollars in funding for eight capital projects. The all-Republican delegation secured funding for these projects using its state bonding authority. In Maryland, the state bonding … [Read more...] about Carroll lawmakers secure thousands in funding for county projects
Archives for April 2025
Player Option/Opt-Out Update: April Edition
The increasing popularity of opt-outs/player options as a means to close the gap in free agent signings and extensions has changed the face of free agency entirely. Not long ago, opt-outs were perks reserved for the game’s truly elite stars — a benefit to help differentiate nine-figure offers and secure the game’s top stars. In 2025, they’re downright commonplace. Opt-out laden … [Read more...] about Player Option/Opt-Out Update: April Edition
Can you guess this Orioles third baseman in today’s in-5 trivia game?
Think you can figure out what Orioles player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. Hello Orioles fans! We’d like to introduce you to our brand new Camden Chat In-5 daily trivia game. The objective is to guess the correct active OR retired Orioles player in as few guesses as possible. Full game instructions are at the bottom. Feel free to share your … [Read more...] about Can you guess this Orioles third baseman in today’s in-5 trivia game?
Orioles minor league recap 4/18: Forret dominates, Allsup struggles on the mound
Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images Michael Forret struck out nine and did not allow a hit over five innings at Aberdeen, while Chase Alllsup failed to replicate his previous success at Delmarva. Triple-A: Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals) 4, Norfolk Tides 2 Both offenses were slow to get going after an extensive rain delay in Omaha. Raúl Alcantara, Dylan Heid and Nathan Webb … [Read more...] about Orioles minor league recap 4/18: Forret dominates, Allsup struggles on the mound
Does Charlie Morton still have anything left in the tank?
Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images On whether his early-season struggles are age-, health-, or something-else-related. It’s the rotation that time forgot. The Orioles’ starting pitching collective is the second-oldest in the league, and few are excited about it. Especially as the unit has an AL-worst 5.29 ERA in 17 games. (Only the Rockies are worse.) (The Rockies!) Is it … [Read more...] about Does Charlie Morton still have anything left in the tank?