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Thank you, Birdland

October 7, 2024

To The Best Fans and Supporters in Baseball: We are sorry the Orioles did not go as far into the playoffs as we all had hoped. Baseball can be very unpredictable, and we share in your disappointment. This season, we celebrated victories that extend beyond the scoreboard. As we secured

In Focus: Homestand 9/17-9/22

September 25, 2024

Tuesday, September 17 The Baltimore Orioles and San Francisco Giants opened up a three-game series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Colton Cowser and Heston Kjerstad each recorded pinch hits. Cedric Mullins recorded his 29th stolen base of the year.

In Focus: Homestand 9/2-9/8

September 10, 2024

Monday, September 2 The Orioles offense showed off in their 13-3 win over the Chicago White Sox. Every O’s starter recorded a hit and scored a run for the first time since August 2017. It marked the fourth time this year every Orioles starter scored a run, the most such

In Focus: Homestand 8/22-8/25

August 27, 2024

Thursday, August 22 The Orioles and Houston Astros began a four-game series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Matt Bowman made his Orioles debut in relief, and Gunnar Henderson and Ryan Mountcastle both doubled. Mountcastle’s 29 doubles this year lead the team.

 Speak Softly And Carry A Big Stick

August 24, 2024

Nick Markakis was the junior college player of the year in 2003, but it wasn’t just his .439 batting average, or the 32 home runs and 92 RBI that earned him the honor. He also went 12-0 with a 1.68 ERA and struck out 160 batters in 96 2/3 innings

 The Crow Flies Into The Orioles Hall Of Fame

August 23, 2024

Terry Crowley’s Orioles career can be split into several parts. There were his 12 years as a part-time first baseman/designated hitter, when he was known as “the King of Swing” and became one of the most feared pinch-hitters in baseball. His 108 pinch hits – 79 of them with the

Scout's Critical Assessment Paved The Way For Ripken's Hall of Fame Career

August 22, 2024

Most of the scouts who came to see Aberdeen High School’s games in the late 1970s only came on days when Cal Ripken Jr. was pitching. Not Dick Bowie. The Orioles Mid-Atlantic supervisor was there when Ripken pitched, but he was often the only scout in the stands when the

James McCann: 10 Years of Making a Difference 

August 21, 2024

It is one of those things that always seems to happen when he needs it the most. James McCann will be going through a slump on the field, or distracted by something off it, and will open a piece of fan mail or read a message on social media that

In Focus: Homestand 8/13-8/18

August 20, 2024

Tuesday, August 13 The Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals faced off in the first game of the two-game Beltway Series. Anthony Santander recorded his 36th home run of the year in the third inning, setting the single season record for the most home runs by a switch- hitter in Orioles

More Than a Player: Getting an Inside Look at the Orioles 

August 16, 2024

After a four-season hiatus, MLB’s Players’ Weekend is back in full force, giving players the opportunity to show who they are off the field. Lucky for Baltimore fans, the O’s content team has used their Vibe Check and The Chill video series to give fans a behind-the-scenes look at O’s

Faith Night Is For All

August 12, 2024

Faith plays a big role in the Orioles clubhouse. Even though the Orioles typically play six or seven games a week, they always make time for chapel. Usually held on Saturdays or Sundays, it presents a time where they can come together, away from baseball, to connect with one another,

In Focus: Homestand 7/26-7/31

August 2, 2024

Friday, July 26 The Orioles returned home for the first time after the All-Star break and started a three-game set against the San Diego Padres. Anthony Santander hit his 29th home run of the year in the eighth inning, tying Gunnar Henderson for the team lead. The ball traveled 442

In Focus: 2024 All-Star Week

July 18, 2024

The Orioles sent five players – Corbin Burnes, Gunnar Henderson, Adley Rutschman, Anthony Santander, and Jordan Westburg – to the 2024 All-Star Game at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. The five selected marked the club’s most at the Midsummer Classic since 2016. Joining the players in Arlington was longtime

In Focus: Homestand 7/9-7/14

July 16, 2024

Tuesday, July 9 Jordan Westburg connected on his 15th home run of the season in the second inning. Before the game, Major League Baseball announced that Westburg was added to the 2024 American League All-Star team as a replacement. Adley Rutschman recorded his 29th multi-hit game of the year and

In Focus: Homestand 6/24-6/30

July 2, 2024

Monday, June 24 The Orioles started off a seven-game homestand with the first of three against the Cleveland Guardians. Gunnar Henderson extended his career-long on-base streak to 31 games with a leadoff double in the first inning. Heston Kjerstad recorded his second career multi-hit game after being recalled from Triple-A

Stating Their Case: Vote Tony and O’Hearn

July 2, 2024

Only three percent from moving on, Santander and O'Hearn need your help! Vote Now »

Stating Their Case: Vote Westy and Mounty 

July 1, 2024

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Stating Their Case: Vote Adley and Gunnar  

June 30, 2024

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In Focus: Homestand 6/11-6/16

June 18, 2024

Tuesday, June 11 The Orioles beat the Atlanta Braves, 4-0, to record their sixth shutout of the year. In his first game back from the concussion Injured List, Jorge Mateo connected on his fourth home run of the season in the second inning to give the O’s a 3-0 lead.

How Fatherhood Changed Their Game 

June 16, 2024

While Baltimore may be known for its young roster, the veterans play an important role in pushing the team to reach new heights. The act of taming a youthful group of teammates takes a unique perspective that few O’s hold, namely the Orioles who have kids of their own. From

Making Their Case: Sending the O's to Arlington

June 26, 2024

Several Orioles are in need of one final push to get them to the All-Star Game, and it starts with your vote. With key contributors throughout the entire roster, the Orioles are off to their best start since 1997. As of Wednesday, June 26, they have slugged 129 home runs

In Focus: 5/27 – 6/2 Homestand

June 3, 2024

Monday, May 27 The Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox, 11-3, to open the three-game series. The O’s improved to 17-1 when recording 10-or-more hits. Kyle Stowers set a career high with four RBI and recorded the second three-hit game of his career. Cole Irvin earned the win, throwing 5.0

In Focus: 5/10 – 5/19 Homestand

May 20, 2024

Friday, May 10 The Orioles beat the Arizona Diamondbacks, 4-2, improving to 25-12 on the season. Cole Irvin picked up his career-high fourth-straight win, allowing two runs in 5.2 innings, while striking out six. Gunnar Henderson and Jordan Westburg each recorded an RBI. During the second and third innings, Orioles

Querida Mamá...

May 12, 2024

Mom, From my heart, it has been 30 years of you being a wonderful mother. I thank God for you, and all the ones that are left, with the power of God. I love your favorite phrase when you tell me, "Even if you're old, I have to tell you

In Focus: Homestand 4/26-5/2

May 3, 2024

Friday, April 26 The Orioles opened their third homestand of the season and celebrated Autism Acceptance Night Friday against the Oakland Athletics. Cedric Mullins connected on his sixth home run of the year in the fourth inning and Ryan O’Hearn collected his fifth multi-hit game of the year. Corbin Burnes