ExtremeRavens Posted August 4 Posted August 4 The sports events we love and watch often reflect the cities we live in — their energy, their struggles, their pride. And here in Baltimore, those stories run deep. I’m honored and thrilled to join The Baltimore Sun as a sports columnist. My path here has taken me through locker rooms and press boxes across the globe. Each stop has taught me something different about the subjects we cover as journalists and also the die-hard fans who live and breathe their teams. Josh Tolentino joins The Baltimore Sun as a sports columnist. Now, I get to tell those stories here … in Charm City, a special place that boasts a rich sports culture and a fan base that’s as passionate as any in the country. Whether it’s the Ravens attempting to solidify themselves as a legitimate contender or the Orioles navigating a disappointing, lost season, I’m here to dive in … to watch, listen, ask, understand and ultimately share in this space. I’m especially excited about the flexibility this role will bring. The Sun’s editors and executives have presented me with the opportunity to dig deep beyond the responsibilities attached to a traditional newspaper columnist. In addition to offering critiques of Baltimore’s storied franchises and surrounding local sports, I also plan to continue chasing my passion of enterprise and profile writing. Over the past several years, I’ve had a front-row seat to some incredible chapters — from the Eagles’ Super Bowl run to a Rays World Series appearance — and what I’ve learned is that the best stories often unfold away from the field. Whether it’s traveling cross-country with two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell to reveal his process and introduce his circle to the outside world or catching a ride to the ballpark with recently departed Orioles pitcher Charlie Morton or witnessing DeVonta Smith endure a rigorous 5 a.m. workout, I’m enamored with chasing the untold stories and taking the reader behind the scenes. I’m especially excited to join The Sun’s newsroom, full of talented teammates. I hope to supplement our beat writers’ coverage with deep dives and thoughtful commentary. My job is to reflect the city back to itself, and I want this space to feel that spirit and effort. In addition to learning more about the athletes and coaches in the region, I also want to hear from you. Whether it’s in disagreement with a story that questions a roster decision or offering a tip on any local happenings, feel free to engage with me and start a conversation via social media or email. As I embark on a new journey in Maryland, which my mother’s family relocated to nearly seven decades ago, I aspire to connect with you, the readers and viewers, who care immensely about your teams and community. In an era when storytelling continues to face different challenges, I promise to keep chasing unique angles and asking questions. I’m hopeful that level of curiosity and intuitiveness leads to the type of stories that Baltimore deserves. Have a news tip? Contact Josh Tolentino at jtolentino@baltsun.com, 410-332-6200 and x.com/JCTSports. View the full article Quote
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