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Orioles Owner David Rubenstein Just Proved He Doesn’t Understand Baltimore — or Its Baseball Fans
The billionaire businessman admits he underestimated the challenges of owning a baseball team, initially saw professional sports as a way to make money and still struggles to understand why fans care so much. Baltimore deserves better. David Rubenstein might be one of the most successful businessmen in America, but every time the Baltimore Orioles owner opens his mouth to discuss his baseball franchise, he seems to demonstrate just how little he understands the people who care about it most.
Private-equity legend David Rubenstein on owning the Baltimore Orioles, and how sports ownership became big business
In most businesses, making money is the ultimate test of success and the owner of the business is singularly focused on the current and projected earnings. In sports, no one wants to lose money or make less than is realistically possible, but the best owners are not as obsessed with the financial bottom line as are owners of regular kinds of businesses. And for the best, winning easily beats the financial bottom line. Some say there is a bubble-like frenzy to buy or invest in sports teams.
Why I spent $1.7 billion on the Baltimore Orioles
Like many boys growing up in the U.S. in the 1950s and '60s, I loved baseball and thought I could someday be good enough to play. I knew I would never be Sandy Koufax, but I thought that I could at least be one of nine on a student team—not a star, but a dependable utility player. When I tried out for junior varsity in high school, I was sure I could field at shortstop as well as any other sophomore.
Why I Spent $1.7 Billion on the Baltimore Orioles
David Rubenstein, front row center, and his Little League teammates, circa 1961. David Rubenstein Sept. 13, 2026 12:00 pm ET Like many boys growing up in the U.S. in the 1950s and ’60s, I loved baseball and thought I could someday be good enough to play. I knew I would never be Sandy Koufax, but I thought that I could at least be one of nine on a student team—not a star, but a dependable utility player.
The Latest In DC Culture: New Books, Music, and Podcasts
Podcast DC Alley Archives The DC History Center and Washingtonian contributor Briana Thomas team up for a five-part look at the vital history of the city’s alleyways. Book Murder Bites by Mimi Montgomery This lighthearted mystery—the first novel from an Axios DC reporter (and former Washingtonian editor)—is about a woman accused of murdering a dog walker.
Within Bounds: State Authority to Regulate Federal Contractors
Private firms have always supplied the federal government with goods and services, such as pencils, construction, military equipment, and more. Today, however, the government routinely hires private actors to perform federal functions. This fundamentally changes the role of federal contractors, if not also the nature of government itself. The U.S. Constitution was designed to handle inevitable conflicts between federal and state sovereigns operating in the same territory.
Jak cesta do New Orleans proměnila mladého Abrahama Lincolna v odpůrce otroctví
Následující rozhovor o okamžicích, které utvářely Ameriku, když se rodila jako nový národ a potýkala se s hlubokým rozkolem vedoucím k občanské válce, pochází z připravované knihy National Geographic 1000 dní v Americe. David M. Rubenstein: Devatenácté století začalo tím, že po Georgi Washingtonovi nastoupil do prezidentského úřadu John Adams. Byl oblíbený? Douglas Brinkley: Byl. V té době patřil k našim nejvýznamnějším právním učencům.
The Declaration of Independence: Its process and its legacy for us today
By Emily Chafa, ISBA Diversity & Inclusiveness Committee member We’re probably all familiar with the first few sentences of the Declaration of Independence, and a few oft-repeated phrases.
How a trip to New Orleans radicalized young Abraham Lincoln
The following interview, on the moments that defined America as it emerged as a new nation and wrestled with a great divide that would lead to civil war, is excerpted from National Geographic's upcoming book 1,000 Days in America. David M. Rubenstein: The 19th century began with John Adams following George Washington as president. Was he popular? Douglas Brinkley: He was. He was our top legal scholar during that period.
AI and the Post-Human Dissertation (opinion)
For generations, the doctoral dissertation has been more than a scholarly document. It is a rite of passage that transforms students into scholars and is characterized by the defining quality of original thought. In dissertation defenses across the country, however, many faculty now grapple quietly with whether, and how much of, the work was produced with the help of generative AI. This question is rarely asked of candidates themselves.
The Trump Administration’s Strategy for Reshaping Elections
The 2026 midterms will be a stress test for whether election outcomes are determined by the will of the voters or by who controls the machinery of elections. President Donald Trump and his allies have pursued a sequence of actions that, taken together, mirror strategies of democratic backsliding elsewhere, reshaping the rules, the referees, and the information environment to tilt the playing field before a single vote is cast. This playbook is not unique to the United States.
U.S. Postal Service Recommends New Competitive Prices for 2026
, /PRNewswire/ -- The Postal Service today filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) for Shipping Services price changes to take effect Jan. 18, 2026. The proposed adjustments were approved by the governors of USPS this week. The change would raise prices approximately 6.6 percent for Priority Mail service, 5.1 percent for Priority Mail Express service, 7.8 percent for USPS Ground Advantage and 6.0 percent for Parcel Select.
David Rubenstein Net Worth
David Rubenstein at a Glance Category: Richest Business › CEOsNet Worth: $4.5 BillionBirthplace: BaltimoreGender: MaleProfession: Entrepreneur, Businessperson, LawyerNationality: United States of America What is David Rubenstein's net worth? David Rubenstein is an American billionaire businessman who has a net worth of $4.5 billion. That makes him one of the richest people in Maryland.
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In these dark times, we all seek a portal to the light.
Taking Stock of the Birthright Citizenship Cases, Part I: Unpacking Trump v. CASA, Inc.
It has been just over a month since the Supreme Court issued Trump v. CASA, Inc. on June 27. In the immediate wake of the decision there was a good deal of confusion and disagreement about exactly what the Court held; whether it was right to do so; how important the Court’s decision was for the future of district court injunctions against Executive branch wrongdoing; and the impact of the decision, in particular, on President Donald Trump’s attempted redefinition of birthright citizenship.
A Patient‐Specific Mesoscopic Fluid-Structure Interaction Model of the Coronary Artery
Conflicts of Interest The authors declare no conflicts of interest. References 1 American Heart Association, “ 2021 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update Fact Sheet,” 2021. 2, , and , One Stop Doc Cardiology (CRC Press, 2007). 3, Textbook of Pathology (Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Pvt. Limited, 2014). 4 and , “The Role of Shear Stress in the Pathogenesis of Atherosclerosis,” Laboratory Investigation 85, no. 1 (2005): 9–23.
The FTC’s Concerning Inaction on a New Data Protection Law
More than a year ago, the U.S. Congress enacted the Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act (PADFA) with overwhelming bipartisan support. Congress passed PADFA to address urgent national security concerns that sensitive information about Americans, including military members, was being sold to entities in China or other adversary nations.
Happy Birthday, Secretary Baker
first appeared in “From David’s Desk” on April 25th, 2025 I first came to Washington in June of 1975 to serve on the US Senate staff as chief counsel to a Senate subcommittee, and like many who come to Washington to serve in government—have never really left.
Can A President Serve More Than Two Terms?
first appeared in “From David’s Desk” on April 2nd, 2025 There have been musings recently about whether a United States president can serve more than two terms. The conventional wisdom is no—the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, ratified in 1951, provides that a person can be elected president only twice. Thanks for reading At Bat! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. But because of a drafting flaw in the amendment, conventional wisdom may be wrong.
Lay Of The Land: Challenges To Data Center Construction-Past, Present, And Future (Podcast)
In this episode of Lay of the Land, K&L Gates Real Estate lawyer David Rubenstein is joined by Paul Manzer, principal and data center market leader with Navix Engineering, to explore the evolving landscape of data center construction. We dive into the unique civil engineering challenges—from site selection to due diligence—and trace the evolution of these challenges from past limitations to present-day complexities like supply chain issues and legal hurdles.
Lay of the Land: Challenges to Data Center Construction—Past, Present, and Future | JD Supra
In this episode of Lay of the Land, K&L Gates Real Estate lawyer David Rubenstein is joined by Paul Manzer, principal and data center market leader with Navix Engineering, to explore the evolving landscape of data center construction. We dive into the unique civil engineering challenges—from site selection to due diligence—and trace the evolution of these challenges from past limitations to present-day complexities like supply chain issues and legal hurdles.
Lay of the Land: Challenges to Data Center Construction—Past, Present and Future [Podcast]
In this episode of Lay of the Land, we are joined by Paul Manzer, principal and data center market leader with Navix Engineering, to explore the evolving landscape of data center construction. We dive into the unique civil engineering challenges—from site selection to due diligence—and trace the evolution of these challenges from past limitations to present-day complexities like supply chain issues and legal hurdles.
Lay of the Land: Challenges to Data Center Construction-Past, Present and Future
9 April 2025 Lay of the Land In this episode of Lay of the Land, K&L Gates Real Estate lawyer David Rubenstein is joined by Paul Manzer, principal and data center market leader with Navix Engineering, to explore the evolving landscape of data center construction. We dive into the unique civil engineering challenges—from site selection to due diligence—and trace the evolution of these challenges from past limitations to present-day complexities like supply chain issues and legal hurdles.
A Conversation with Grant Hill
held at the 2024 Induction Weekend of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences on September 20th, 2024 DAVID M. RUBENSTEIN: Grant, thank you for joining us this evening. When you were notified that you had been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, did you know anything about the American Academy? GRANT HILL: It’s my pleasure to be here this evening. I must confess that I was not familiar with the Academy.
The top books and experiences for the wealthy this holiday season
J.P. Morgan Private Bank is out with its list of recommended holiday books and experiences for wealthy clients, and this year's offerings include a George Clooney Broadway debut, an expanded art museum in São Paulo, Brazil, a wellness center in Manhattan and books about leadership and artificial intelligence. The "NextList2025," picking the most buzz-worthy books and experiences of the holiday season, includes four museums, two wineries, four Broadway shows and 10 books.
Abraham Lincoln: His Life in Print
Distributed for The Grolier Club Books and Ephemera from the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection 9781605831183 Distributed for The Grolier Club Books and Ephemera from the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection An illustrated study of the historical printings that depict Abraham Lincoln’s life and legacy. Abraham Lincoln: His Life in Print provides an indispensable overview of the rarely seen books and ephemera from the nineteenth century that made Lincoln a central historical figure.
Lay Of The Land: Has Washington State Resolved The Condo Liability Problem? (Podcast)
Major residential condominium construction has seen a decade-plus lull, due in part to an onerous warranty statute applicable only to condos. The Washington State Legislature significantly changed that statute in 2019, and the statute of limitations has now expired on the first condos subject to the new changes.
Lay of the Land: Has Washington State Resolved the Condo Liability Problem? | JD Supra
Major residential condominium construction has seen a decade-plus lull, due in part to an onerous warranty statute applicable only to condos. The Washington State Legislature significantly changed that statute in 2019, and the statute of limitations has now expired on the first condos subject to the new changes.
The Highest Calling
Conversations on the American Presidency Narrated by: David M. Rubenstein, Bill Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Maggie Haberman, Ron Chernow, Annette Gordon-Reed, Candice Millard, Ted Widmer, Jeffrey Frank, Kai Bird, Peter Baker, Douglas Bradburn, Amity Shlaes, Jonathan Darman, Susan Eisenhower Length: 18 hrs and 49 mins 4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 (13 ratings) Sorry, we are unable to add the item because your shopping cart is already at capacity.
The Highest Calling
From the New York Times bestselling author of The American Story and How to Lead and host of PBS’s History with David Rubenstein—David Rubenstein interviews living American presidents and top historians and journalists who reflect on the US presidency, including Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Maggie Haberman, Ron Chernow, and more. For years, bestselling author David M. Rubenstein has distilled the contours of American democracy through conversations with noted leaders and historians.
The Orioles are asking fans to pay more. When will they do the same?
The Baltimore Orioles are not about to lay marble in the Camden Yards concourses. They’re not about to gild the fences along Eutaw Street. But prices for Orioles season ticket packages are going up next season. What exactly are fans paying for? The new ownership group led by David Rubenstein and Michael Arougheti allowed a gust of fresh air into the B&O Warehouse simply by taking over for the Angelos family, whose stewardship had become mired in mediocrity over the course of three decades.
THE HIGHEST CALLING
Entry-level sketches of former leaders of the free world: sometimes awkward, only occasionally interesting. A look at the American presidency stressing the diversity of those who have held the office. Businessman and philanthropist Rubenstein’s new book follows in the path of his previous ones (The American Story, 2019, etc.): It’s a collection of interviews, this one with experts on U.S. presidents, plus four with former presidents.
A Conversation on the American Presidency with David M. Rubenstein
In David M. Rubenstein’s newest book, “The Highest Calling,” the author talks with living American presidents and revered historians about the American presidency. Drawing from his own experience in the Carter administration, he engages in dialogues with our nation's presidents and the historians who study them.
Lawfare Daily: David Rubenstein, Dean Ball, and Alan Rozenshtein on AI Federalism
Published by The Lawfare Institute in Cooperation With Alan Rozenshtein, Associate Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota Law School and a Senior Editor at Lawfare; David Rubenstein, James R. Ahrens Chair in Constitutional Law and Director of the Robert J.
Latest Interview with Circle CEO: Stablecoins are not crypto assets
Author: David Rubenstein, YouTube; Translation: Peggy, BlockBeats In 2025, stablecoin issuer Circle completed its IPO, becoming one of the most watched listings in the crypto industry in recent years. As the issuer of USDC, Circle is attempting to push stablecoins from being merely trading tools in the crypto market into a form of digital dollar infrastructure that can circulate on the internet.
Rays Agree To Minor League Deal With Dominic Smith Original
The Rays have signed first baseman Dominic Smith to a minor league contract, FanSided’s Robert Murray reports (X link). Smith’s latest trip in free agency didn’t last long, as he opted out of his previous minors deal with the Cubs just over a week ago. With both Josh Lowe and Jonathan Aranda on the injured list, the Rays are thin in left-handed hitters, and also thin at first base since Aranda was expected to get some time at the position.
White Sox Release Lucius Fox, Yoelqui Cespedes Original
The White Sox parted ways with two notable names, as shortstop Lucius Fox and outfielder Yoelqui Cespedes have each been released within the last few days. Fox’s release was reported on his official MLB.com profile page, while James Fegan of the Sox Machine blog was first to note Cespedes’ release. Fox inked a minor league deal with Chicago in February but didn’t receive any action during Spring Training, and so the 26-year-old will again hit the open market.
Twins To Place Royce Lewis On Injured List, Promote Austin Martin
Twins To Place Royce Lewis On Injured List, Promote Austin Martin By Mark Polishuk | March 30, 2024 at 9:09am CDT Royce Lewis had to make an early exit from the Twins’ opener due to a quad injury, and the problem is severe enough that the third baseman will be placed on the injured list, according to La Velle E.
NL West Notes: D'Backs, Montgomery, Buehler, Monfort
The Diamondbacks officially introduced Jordan Montgomery at a press conference yesterday, with Montgomery, agent Scott Boras, and several team officials answering questions from the Arizona Republic’s Nick Piecoro, Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports, and other media. D’Backs managing general partner Ken Kendrick said that the club initially checked in on Montgomery early in the offseason but weren’t eager to meet the asking price at the time.
Central Notes: Cardinals, Quero, Cantillo
The Cardinals have been hit hard by injuries in the early days of the 2024 season, but they have recently received some good news about several players. Major offseason acquisition Sonny Gray suffered a right hamstring strain in spring training, robbing him of the necessary game action he needed to be ready for the regular season.
Brandon Belt "Baffled" By Lack Of Offers In Free Agency Original
Two days into the regular season, only one position player from MLBTR’s Top 50 Free Agents list remains unsigned: designated hitter/first baseman Brandon Belt. On Friday, the veteran slugger discussed his enduring free agency in an appearance on The JD Bunkis Podcast. According to Belt, he had very few calls with teams this winter that went further than the teams expressing loose interest. He never got to the point of “talking about money” with any clubs.
Brown: Astros Will Discuss Extension With Alex Bregman "At Some Point" Original
Speaking to reporters on Thursday (including Brian McTaggart of MLB.com), Astros general manager Dana Brown said that the team has not yet broached the subject of an extension with Alex Bregman. This aligns with comments Bregman made this spring, telling reporters (including Chandler Rome of The Athletic) that he had not received an offer and did not expect to before Opening Day. However, Brown added that he still plans to discuss a new contract with his third baseman.
Scott Boras Discusses Recent Free Agent Contracts
The latter stages of the 2023-24 offseason were focused on the so-called “Boras Four.” Each of Blake Snell, Matt Chapman, Cody Bellinger and Jordan Montgomery lingered on the open market beyond the start of Spring Training and signed deals below the forecasts from the early winter.
Giants Recall Kai-Wei Teng For Major League Debut
The Giants announced a series of roster moves today, with outfielder Luis Matos and right-hander Kai-Wai Teng recalled from Triple-A Sacramento. Teng will be making his major league debut as soon as he gets into a game. In corresponding moves, outfielder Mike Yastrzemski has been placed on the paternity list while right-hander Luke Jackson goes on the 15-day injured list with a lower back strain.
Braves To Place Sean Murphy On Injured List Due To Oblique Injury
Braves To Place Sean Murphy On Injured List Due To Oblique Injury By Darragh McDonald | March 29, 2024 at 5:26pm CDT Braves catcher Sean Murphy departed today’s game with an oblique issue and the club informed reporters after the game that the backstop will go on the injured list. Mark Bowman of MLB.com was among those to relay the news. More to come.
Yankees Acquire JT Brubaker From Pirates
Yankees Acquire JT Brubaker From Pirates By Darragh McDonald | March 29, 2024 at 3:41pm CDT The Yankees have acquired right-hander JT Brubaker from the Pirates for a player to be named later, per Alex Stumpf of MLB.com. The righty is on the 60-day injured list, recovering from last year’s Tommy John surgery. He won’t need a roster spot with the Yankees but won’t be available to them until late May at the earliest. More to come.
Dodgers Sign Drew Pomeranz To Minor League Deal
Dodgers Sign Drew Pomeranz To Minor League Deal By Darragh McDonald | March 29, 2024 at 2:21pm CDT The Dodgers have signed left-hander Drew Pomeranz to a minor league deal, per Alex Freedman, the broadcaster/communications director for Triple-A Oklahoma City. The lefty has been assigned to OKC. More to come.
Cubs, Curt Casali Agree To Minor League Deal Original
The Cubs have signed veteran catcher Curt Casali to a minor league contract, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. The BHSC client spent spring training with the Marlins but didn’t make the roster and was granted his release earlier this week. Casali, 35, is a veteran of 10 big league seasons. He had a solid run with the Reds and (more briefly) the Rays from 2017-20, batting .262/.348/.444 over the life of 498 plate appearances, working primarily in a backup role.
Pitchers Approaching Career Milestones In 2024 Original
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Injury Notes: Twins, E-Rod, Dodgers, Jackson
The Twins won their season-opener against the Royals yesterday, jumping out to a quick 1-0 lead with a first-inning homer off the bat of burgeoning star Royce Lewis. The former No. 1 overall pick singled in his next at-bat but departed shortly thereafter, coming up lame when going first-to-third on a Carlos Correa double. The Twins announced that Lewis had a quadriceps injury. He underwent an MRI last night, per Phil Miller of the Minneapolis Star-Tribune.
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