BALTIMORE—Nearly all the 2023 Orioles are returning in 2024. Opening Day starter Corbin Burnes, closer Craig Kimbrel and utilityman Tony Kemp could be the only players new to the team this season. However, there are a few players who were with the team last year who are getting ready to experience their first Orioles Opening Day. “I feel like I’m in a good spot,” said Burnes, … [Read more...] about On a club with big expectations, some will experience their 1st Orioles Opening Day
A Fan’s Take: Baltimore Orioles spring training 2024
As the warmth of spring begins to thaw the icy grip of winter, baseball fans across the nation eagerly anticipate the return of America’s favorite pastime. For Baltimore Orioles fans, spring heralds the start of a new season filled with hope, excitement, and the promise of better days ahead. With the crack of the bat and the pop of the mitt, the Orioles’ spring training becomes … [Read more...] about A Fan’s Take: Baltimore Orioles spring training 2024
Orioles’ sale to David Rubenstein approved unanimously
Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the sale of the Orioles to a group led by David Rubenstein. MLB said the closing of the sale will occur later Wednesday. The vote was conducted by a conference call. Commissioner Rob Manfred said: “On behalf of Major League Baseball, I thank the Angelos family for their many years of service to the game and the communities of … [Read more...] about Orioles’ sale to David Rubenstein approved unanimously
Ripken to catch first pitch for Orioles’ opener; Moment of silence for those lost in Key Bridge collapse
For David Rubenstein’s first full day as Orioles owner, he’ll watch one of his partners, Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr., catch the first pitch from Aubree Singletary, the child of a postal worker. That ceremony is symbolic to Rubenstein, whose father was a postal worker. On Thursday, his first Opening Day, which comes just a day after the sale of the Orioles was unanimously … [Read more...] about Ripken to catch first pitch for Orioles’ opener; Moment of silence for those lost in Key Bridge collapse
Looking back on some Oriole spring training surprises
As spring training neared, the Orioles purchased infielder/outfielder Tyler Nevin from the Detroit Tigers, and many fans wondered why. When it became apparent that Nevin would be on the Opening Day roster, many of those fans continued to be puzzled. Nevin’s inclusion on the roster won’t become official until Thursday when the Orioles must submit their list of 26 players before … [Read more...] about Looking back on some Oriole spring training surprises