This Week at the Yard: May 10-19

May 8th, 2024

FRIDAY, MAY 10
VS. ARI | 7:05 p.m. | Gates: 5:35 p.m. | Apple TV+

CITY CONNECT FRIDAY

The Orioles will wear their City Connect jerseys at each Friday home game throughout the regular season. This year, every City Connect Friday will be dedicated to Harlem Park Elementary Middle School. As part of the Orioles’ Adopt-A-School campaign, Harlem Park students and staff will attend batting practice and participate in pregame ceremonies. Orioles players and coaching staff will also wear Harlem Park themed batting practice shirts.

50/50 RAFFLE AT ORIOLE PARK AT CAMDEN YARDS

Beginning, Friday, May 10, the Orioles will host a 50/50 Raffle at each regular season home game to benefit a charity in the Baltimore community and the Ted Williams Foundation, giving fans the opportunity to make a direct impact across Birdland, while trying to hit the jackpot at Camden Yards. Raffle tickets may be purchased from uniformed raffle-ticket sellers and via QR codes throughout the ballpark until the end of the 7^th inning. The winning number will be announced in the bottom of the 8^th inning. The first 50/50 Raffle will benefit the Living Classrooms Foundation, a Baltimore organization focused on providing hands-on learning opportunities for individuals of all ages at their Crossroads Public Charter Middle School, community centers, workforce development programming, aboard their historic ships, and in their urban green spaces.

NATIONAL ANTHEM: The Baltimore City College Choir

THE BALTIMORE CITY COLLEGE CHOIR will perform their rendition of the national anthem from behind home plate prior to the game. Members of the choir will also perform “This Land Is Your Land” from on top of the Orioles dugout during the seventh inning.

ORIOLES FAMILY PROGRAM VOLUNTEER PROJECT WITH SHAREBABY

In celebration of Mother’s Day, members of the Orioles Family Program will participate in a volunteer project at SHAREBABY. Volunteers will make diaper packs for families, organize and count clothes and other donated items, and write care cards. ShareBaby helps to address the unmet basic needs of Baltimore’s most vulnerable children through the distribution of diapers and other essential items.

NURSES APPRECIATION WEEK, presented by MedStar Health

In celebration of Nurses Appreciation Week, the Orioles and MedStar Health will recognize hardworking nurses in our community by providing 300 game tickets to MedStar nurses.

FIRST PITCH: MedStar Health

A representative from MEDSTAR HEALTH will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

HEROES CORNER, presented by The Good Feet Store: Teachers of Maryland

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Orioles will donate tickets to teachers from across the state of Maryland as part of their Heroes Corner program, presented by The Good Feet Store, recognizing their hard work and dedication. Founded in 2021, the Heroes Corner program serves as a way for the Orioles to say thank you and show appreciation for frontline workers and volunteers in the community.

ALUMNI AUTOGRAPHS: Mike Bordick, Rick Krivda, and Aaron Rakers

O's alumni BORDICK, KRIVDA, and RAKERS will be on Eutaw Street, near the New Era cap store, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. to sign autographs for fans, free of cost.

GIVEAWAY: MR. SPLASH BOBBLEHEAD

The first 20,000 fans ages 15 and over will receive a MR. SPLASH BOBBLEHEAD.

GUEST SPLASHER: DAVID RUBENSTEIN

Orioles Owner and Control Person, DAVID RUBENSTEIN, also known as RUBENSPLASH, will be the first guest splasher of the year on Friday. Rubensplash will be in the in the Bird Bath, located in Section 86, during the second and third innings.

HONOR GUARD: Baltimore County Fire Department Honor Guard

The BALTIMORE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT HONOR GUARD will present the colors from the field during the national anthem.

SATURDAY, MAY 11
VS. ARI | 4:05 p.m. | Gates: 2 p.m. | MASN 2

SHAREBABY ESSENTIAL CHILDREN’S ITEMS COLLECTION DRIVE

In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Orioles will host a collection drive at the ballpark to benefit ShareBaby, a local non-profit focused on supporting unmet needs of Baltimore’s most vulnerable children. Fans are asked to donate essential children’s items, including diapers sizes newborn-6, clothing sizes newborn to 6, baby wipes, and brand-new bottles. Donation bins will be located at Gates A, D, and H.

TICKET DONATION: Port of Baltimore Longshoremen

The Orioles will donate 2,000 tickets to Port of Baltimore longshoremen who have been impacted by the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in March. The Port of Baltimore longshoremen are essential in keeping cargo moving and continuing the port’s tradition of excellence.

PREGAME CEREMONY: Negro League Recognition

In celebration of Negro League Baseball Day in the State of Maryland, the Orioles will welcome former Negro League players SAM ALLEN and PEDRO SIERRA, as well as former Negro League Barnstormer LUTHER ATKINSON, to the ballpark. SIERRA played in the Negro League from 1954 to 1958, spending time with the Indianapolis Clowns and Detroit Stars. His success led to a long minor league career as a member of the Minnesota Twins and Washington Senators organizations. ALLEN split three seasons between the Kansas City Monarchs and Memphis Red Sox from 1957 to 1959 before being drafted into the U.S. Army the following year. ATKINSON played for the Wilson All-Stars and Satchel Paige's All-Stars, where he learned from and played with National Baseball Hall of Famer SATCHEL PAIGE.

FIRST PITCH: Negro League Representative

In recognition of Negro League Baseball Day in the State of Maryland, a representative from the NEGRO LEAGUES will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

NURSES APPRECIATION WEEK, presented by MedStar Health

In celebration of Nurses Appreciation Week, the Orioles and MedStar Health will recognize hardworking nurses in our community by donating game tickets to MedStar nurses.

FIRST PITCH: MedStar Health

As part of Nurses Appreciation Week, a representative from MEDSTAR HEALTH will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

EARLY BIRD SATURDAYS, presented by Coors Light

Gates will open to fans two hours prior to the first pitch for every Saturday home game this season. This Saturday, UNCLE JESSE, a local 90’s and 00’s cover band, will perform for fans in Legends Park from 2-3:45 p.m. Fans can also enjoy special happy hour deals at Legends Park from 2-3:45 p.m., including select $5 16 oz. domestic beers as well as $2.50 soft pretzels and popcorn.

NATIONAL ANTHEM: Andre Wilson

WILSON will perform his rendition of the national anthem from behind home plate prior to the game. He will also perform “America the Beautiful” from on top of the Orioles dugout during the seventh inning.

SUNDAY, MAY 12
VS. ARI | 1:35 p.m. | Gates: 12 p.m. | MASN 2

SHAREBABY ESSENTIAL CHILDREN’S ITEMS COLLECTION DRIVE

FIRST PITCH: Representative from Comcast

A representative from COMCAST will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

MILITARY SUITES, presented by RBR-Technologies: Maryland Gold Star Mothers

In honor of Mother’s Day, the Orioles will invite military families from MARYLAND GOLD STAR MOTHERS to the ballpark. Maryland Gold Star Mothers strive to find strength in fellowship, while keeping the memory of their sons and daughters alive by working to help veterans, current military members and their families, and their community. Together, the Orioles and RBR-Technologies will provide the group with a complimentary catered suite, O's themed military hats and t-shirts, and an in-game welcome.

GIVEAWAY: ORIOLES WRISTLET

The first 15,000 fans ages 15 and over will receive an ORIOLES WRISTLET.

NATIONAL ANTHEM: Jamai Saval

SAVAL will perform his rendition of the national anthem from behind home plate prior to the game. He will also perform “God Bless America” from on top of the Orioles dugout during the seventh inning.

KIDS RUN THE BASES, presented by Weis Markets

All fans ages 4 to 14 will have the opportunity to run the bases following the game.

MONDAY, MAY 13
VS. TOR | 6:35 p.m. | Gates: 5:30 p.m. | MASN

NATIONAL ANTHEM and O CANADA: Sofia Parfomak

PARFOMAK will perform her rendition of the national anthem and O Canada from behind home plate prior to the game.

FIRST PITCH: Social Security Administration

A representative from the SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

FIRST PITCH: Johns Hopkins Department of Nursing

A representative from the JOHNS HOPKINS DEPARTMENT OF NURSING will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

HEROES CORNER, presented by The Good Feet Store: NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Orioles will donate tickets to the NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS METROPOLITAN BALTIMORE as part of their Heroes Corner program, presented by The Good Feet Store. NAMI improves the lives of individuals who are living with mental health conditions, their families, and communities through education, support, and advocacy. Founded in 2021, the Heroes Corner program serves as a way for the Orioles to say thank you and show appreciation for frontline workers and volunteers in the community.

TUESDAY, MAY 14
VS. TOR | 6:35 p.m. | Gates: 5:30 p.m. | MASN

NATIONAL ANTHEM and O CANADA: Geoff Arnold

Orioles play-by-play announcer GEOFF ARNOLD will perform his rendition of the national anthem and O Canada from behind home plate prior to the game.

FIRST PITCH: Vlad Guerrero, Sr.

National Baseball Hall of Famer and former Oriole VLADIMIR GUERRERO, SR. will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game. Guerrero was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2018 after a 15-year career spent with four teams, including the Montreal Expos (7), Los Angeles Angels (6), Texas Rangers (1), and Orioles (1). He retired following the 2011 season with a .318 career batting average, 449 home runs, 1,496 RBI, and more than 2,590 hits. He was a nine-time All-Star, eight-time Silver Slugger Award winner, and was named the 2004 BBWAA American League Most Valuable Player.

BIRDLAND MEMBER REWARDS: PREGAME ON-FIELD OPPORTUNITY

Select Birdland Members will have the exclusive opportunity to watch batting practice from the warning track behind home plate. To learn more about becoming a Birdland Member, fans can visit Orioles.com/Members.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
VS. TOR | 12:35 p.m. | Gates: 11:30 p.m. | MASN

NATIONAL ANTHEM and O CANADA: Dumbarton Middle School Choir

The DUMBARTON MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR will perform their rendition of the national anthem and O Canada from behind home plate prior to the game.

FIELD TRIP DAY, presented by WBAL-TV

The Orioles will welcome approximately 12,000 students and staff from 90 area schools to Oriole Park at Camden Yards for their annual Field Trip Day. Students and staff in attendance will learn how weather and other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics topics impact the game of baseball. Special guests will include WBAL-TV’s DALENCIA JENKINS, AVA MARIA, and MEGAN RIVERS, along with Orioles Vice President and Assistant General Manager SIG MEJDAL, First Base Coach ANTHONY SANDERS, and Senior Director of Field Operations NICOLE SHERRY.

FIRST PITCH: Field Trip Day

As part of Field Trip Day, a student from a local school will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

FRIDAY, MAY 17
VS. SEA | 7:05 p.m. | Gates: 5:35 p.m. | MASN 2

CITY CONNECT FRIDAY

GIVEAWAY: ORIOLES REPLICA JERSEY

The first 20,000 fans ages 15 and older will receive an ORIOLES REPLICA JERSEY in honor of the club’s 70^th season in Baltimore.

NATIONAL ANTHEM: Tom Zepp

ZEPP will perform his rendition of the national anthem from behind home plate prior to the game. He will also perform “This Land Is Your Land” from on top of the Orioles dugout during the seventh inning.

HONOR GUARD: Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities Honor Guard

The ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF DETENTION FACILITIES HONOR GUARD will present the colors from the field during the national anthem.

FIRST PITCH: The National Aquarium

A representative from THE NATIONAL AQUARIUM will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

ALUMNI AUTOGRAPHS: Steve Johnson, Tippy Martinez, and Joe Orsulak

O's alumni JOHNSON, MARTINEZ, and ORSULAK will be on Eutaw Street, near the New Era cap store, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. to sign autographs for fans, free of cost.

SATURDAY, MAY 18
VS. SEA | 4:05 p.m. | Gates: 2 p.m. | MASN 2

ORIOLES NIKE RBI, SUPPORTED BY GIANT FOOD, PLAYERS CLINIC

The Orioles, along with Nike and Giant Food, will host their annual RBI players clinic at Carroll Park in Baltimore. Members of Orange & Black Gives Back, the Orioles employee volunteer program, as well as current and former Orioles, including AL BUMBRY and RICK KRIVDA, will be on-site to assist with baseball and softball drills to prepare players for the upcoming season.

HEROES CORNER, presented by The Good Feet Store: Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors

In honor of Armed Forces Day, the Orioles will donate tickets to members of the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) as part of their Heroes Corner program, presented by The Good Feet Store. TAPS provides comfort, care, and resources to those grieving the death of a military loved one. Founded in 2021, the Heroes Corner program serves as a way for the Orioles to say thank you and show appreciation for frontline workers and volunteers in the community. Members from TAPS will also stand on the field with Orioles players and coaches during the national anthem.

FIRST PITCH: TAPS, sponsored by The Good Feet Store

In honor of Armed Forces Day, a Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors family member will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

NATIONAL ANTHEM: US Army Brass Quintet

The US ARMY BRASS QUINTET will perform their rendition of the national anthem from behind home plate prior to the game. They will also perform “America the Beautiful” from on top of the Orioles dugout during the seventh inning.

EARLY BIRD SATURDAYS, presented by Coors Light

Gates will open to fans two hours prior to the first pitch for every Saturday home game this season. This Saturday, HERE’S TO THE NIGHT, a 90’s cover band, will perform for fans in Legends Park from 2-3:45 p.m. Fans can also enjoy special happy hour deals at Legends Park from 2-3:45 p.m., including select $5 16 oz. domestic beers as well as $2.50 soft pretzels and popcorn.

SUNDAY, MAY 19
VS. SEA | 1:35 p.m. | Gates: 12 p.m. | MASN 2

MILITARY SUITES, presented by RBR-Technologies: Salute Military Golf Association

The Orioles will invite military members and their families from the SALUTE MILITARY GOLF ASSOCIATION to the ballpark. The SMGA provides rehabilitative golf programs, experiences, and opportunities for veterans in an effort to improve the quality of life for our American heroes. Together, the Orioles and RBR-Technologies will provide the group with a complimentary catered suite, O's themed military hats and t-shirts, and an in-game welcome.

U.S. SECRET SERVICE LIVESCAN CHILD ID STATION

The U.S. Secret Service Baltimore Field Office will be on Eutaw Street to provide public safety information to families. Parents will also have the opportunity to create “Livescan Child ID” cards that they can use to provide to law enforcement if their child were to ever go missing.

YOUTH SPORTS DAY

More than 5,000 youth sport participants will parade around the warning track prior to the game.

NATIONAL ANTHEM: Rolando Sanz

SANZ will perform his rendition of the national anthem from behind home plate prior to the game. He will also perform “God Bless America” from on top of the Orioles dugout during the seventh inning.

FIRST PITCH: Youth Sports Day

A Youth Sports Day participant will throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game.

KIDS RUN THE BASES, presented by Weis Markets

All fans ages 4 to 14 will have the opportunity to run the bases following the game.

ORIOLE PARK PROMOS

SINGLE GAME TICKETS

Fans can purchase single game tickets for all regular season home games, including when the O’s take on the Arizona Diamondbacks from May 10-12, the Toronto Blue Jays from May 13-15, and the Seattle Mariners from May 17-19, by visiting Orioles.com/Tickets.

$12 EUTAW STREET BLEACHER SEATS

The Orioles are offering $12 Eutaw Street Bleacher Seats Monday through Thursday all season long. To purchase tickets, visit Orioles.com/Tickets.

ALL-INCLUSIVE PICNIC PERCH

Tickets to one of Oriole Park's best values, Picnic Perch, start as low as $48 and include a Left Field Club Seat, an unlimited food menu, and access to the exclusive club level. To learn more and to purchase tickets, visit Orioles.com/PicnicPerch.

KIDS CHEER FREE, presented by Baltimore Area Chick-fil-A Restaurants

For each regularly priced individual game ticket purchased in the upper deck, adults may add up to two additional upper deck tickets for children ages nine and under free of charge. To purchase Kids Cheer Free tickets, visit Orioles.com/KidsFree.

THE HOME PLATE CLUB

The Orioles and Brick & Whistle will offer an elevated, all-inclusive experience on the Club Level at Oriole Park. The Home Plate Club provides the best gameday food and beverage experience at Camden Yards, including a full-service Chef’s Table featuring appetizers, ballpark classics, a carvery station, chilled seafood, a sauté station, and desserts. Ticket packages include Club Level access, a private dining area, and access to the Chef’s Table. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Orioles.com/HomePlateClub.

SPECIAL TICKET OFFER FOR MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS

The Orioles are honored to join GovX in offering exclusive gameday savings to those who serve the nation. Current and former military members, first responders, police, emergency medical, and government personnel will receive exclusive ticket pricing for Orioles home games. To purchase tickets, visit Orioles.com/Military.