http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog Tue, 13 May 2008 02:22:48 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Baseball players truly are the boys of summer, and in this case the emphasis is on "boys." That's not a criticism- it's actually an endearing quality exhibited by a number of Oriole players as I interacted with them on a recent visit to the clubhouse. I was working for MASN ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/mommas-boys/37/ I will share two stories that recently touched me. The one that may mean the most to you (if you are a Baltimore Ravens fan) is the story of the Fiesta 5K race to benefit research and awareness for Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS). Former Ravens linebacker OJ Brigance has ALS ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/sentimental-journeys/36/ The Ravens say they got their man by manuevering in the 2008 draft to get Delaware quarterback Joe Flacco with the 18th overall pick. I’m skeptical about the pick for a few reasons. The Ravens insist their draft philosophy is to pick the best player available. I find it hard ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/ordinary-joe/35/ The NFL draft is like shopping at a surplus store like Odd Lots. The inventory varies day to day: maybe they stock up on an overrun of some good lawn furniture one day. Another day, it’s rakes and shovels. Hey look over there- a shipment in of surplus khaki pants. Problem ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/feeling-a-draft/34/ An Orioles-Yankees series at Camden Yards always brings a unique energy and excitement to the park, and I witnessed that and more in the first visit to Baltimore by the Bronx Bombers in 2008. The first thing that struck me is what appears to be a new, open relationship between ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/the-ballpark-scene/33/ The 2008 Baltimore Orioles are not supposed to be very competitive. Most pre-season predictions suggest the O's rebuild project will bring more defeats than victories for a year or two, and that's understandable. So, what are we supposed to make of the team's surprisingly good play to start the season? ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/know-your-role/32/ Cal Ripken sitting in the stands behind home plate, eating peanuts on Orioles opening day: that's a site that I took in that said "baseball" to me. The start of another Major League Baseball season is like New Years Day for those of us who love the game. I'm not ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/happy-new-year/31/ There's nothing like being on site for a historic sports happening and celebration. UMBC's victory over Hartford in the America East Conference title game was a memorable occasion for the outpouring of joy on the court at the RAC at the completion of a resounding Retrievers victory. The explosion of ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/hoops-history/30/ Kudos to the Ed Block Courage Award Foundation for another memorable banquet. The 30th Annual event will go down as one of the best ever thanks to the players who were honored and the stories of inspiration they shared (in addition to the excellent organization and presentation provided by the ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/best-of-ed-block/29/ Some observations after “bird watching” at O’s spring training in Ft. Lauderdale for 9 days: New centerfielder Adam Jones has the look of a star in the making. Hope that’s not a curse on the kid, but he’s a smooth athlete with a strong, fluid swing and appears graceful in the ... http://cbsradiobaltimore.com/1300_mark_bulldog_blog/florida-report/28/