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Adley Rutschman Named Most Valuable Oriole
The Orioles today announced that catcher ADLEY RUTSCHMAN has been voted the winner of the 2022 Louis M. Hatter Most Valuable Oriole Award by members of the local media who cover the team on a regular basis. He will be recognized for his accomplishments in an on-field ceremony prior to tonight’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Orioles Secure First Winning Season Since 2016
After beating the New York Yankees 3-1 on Sunday, the Baltimore Orioles secured their 82nd win and first winning season since 2016. The Orioles were mathematically-eliminated from playoff contention over the weekend, but did take two of three games from the American League East Champion New York Yankees.
Sobo Baseball Club 8-U Team Wins Tournament
The newly-formed Sobo Baseball Club won the AYRA High Heat Rec All-Star Tournament in Howard Country with its 8u team last month. Kenny Kulesz, who started the organization, said the team was comprised completely of kids who played in the South Baltimore Little League.
Orioles Release 2023 Schedule
The Orioles today announced the 2023 regular season schedule, which will open in Boston on Thursday, March 30. After three games with the Red Sox, Baltimore continues its opening road trip with a three-game set at the Texas Rangers from April 3-5
Orioles Announce Plan to Add Sportsbook Lounge in Oriole Park at Camden Yards in 2023
Today the Orioles announced a “long-term partnership” with Las Vegas sportsbook SuperBook Sports to open a retail sports betting lounge at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Subject to licensing and approvals from the Maryland Lottery & Gaming Control Commission, the SuperBook Sports Lounge is anticipated to open in 2023.
Postponed Orioles Game on Wednesday Night Moved to September 5th as Part of Doubleheader
The game will be made up as part of a traditional (single-admission) doubleheader on Monday, September 5.
Baltimore Orioles Trade Trey Mancini to the Houston Astros
The Baltimore Orioles have traded 1B/OF/DH Trey Mancini to the Houston Astros. Mancini, who resided in South Baltimore, was drafted by the Orioles in 2013 and made his Major League Baseball debut in 2016. Mancini will be a free agent at the end of the 2022 season.
Baltimore to Host the Army-Navy Football Game in 2025
The Army-Navy football game presented by USAA will be played in five different cities over the next five years. Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium was selected as the host for the 2025 game.
Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium Not Selected as a World Cup Host Site
Baltimore’s bid to be a host of the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted by North America has fallen short. On Thursday, FIFA announced the 16 host cities from the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and the joint bid by Baltimore and Washington, D.C. was excluded.
2026 World Cup Cities to be Announced on June 16th
Baltimore will find out on June 16th if M&T Bank Stadium is selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted by North America. The selections will be live-streamed by FIFA.
‘Waterfront Wellness’ Free Outdoor Fitness Weekly Lineup Announced
New this season, Waterfront Wellness will host classes every day of the week across three locations – Rash Field Park, Wills Park and West Shore Park – led by Baltimore-based fitness and wellness professionals.
English Premier League Teams Arsenal and Everton to Play at M&T Bank Stadium this Summer
The Baltimore Ravens today announced they will host The Charm City Match, a pre-season match between English Premier League clubs, Arsenal and Everton.
Photo Tour of the Oriole Park at Camden Yards 30th Anniversary Exhibit
“In celebration of the 30th anniversary season of The Ballpark That Forever Changed Baseball™, fans can explore historic memorabilia and never-before-seen photos from the last three decades.”
New Baltimore Arena to Have an Approximately 15,000-Person Capacity
Oak View Group (OVG) is currently underway on its $150-plus million renovation of the Baltimore Arena which, when completed, will have a significantly higher capacity. The capacity will go from 12,289 for basketball games to approximately 15,000.
Jimmy’s Famous Seafood to Have a Location Inside Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Dundalk’s Jimmy’s Famous Seafood announced last week it will have a fixed location inside Oriole Park at Camden Yards for the upcoming Orioles season. The company will take over a concession stand near the Section 72 concourse on the lower deck in left field.
Maryland Bill Lays Groundwork for Up to $1.2 Billion in Stadium Upgrades at Camden Yards Sports Complex Stadiums
MSA was pleased with the enthusiastic support HB 896 Maryland Stadium Authority – Increase of Bond Authorization – Camden Yards received from regional government and business leaders during its hearing before the House Appropriations committee.
Baltimore Arena Renovations Begin
Oak View Group’s (OVG) renovation of the Baltimore Arena has started. This $150-plus million project will take just under a year to complete. The goal is for the arena to reopen for the CIAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments on February 20, 2023.
