Orioles reinstate Kyle Bradish, designate Yohan Ramírez for assignment

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

  • Reinstated RHP Kyle Bradish from the 15-day Injured List (right UCL sprain). He will start today’s game.
  • Designated RHP Yohan Ramírez for assignment.

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 39 players.

Orioles reinstate John Means, place Grayson Rodriguez on 15-day injured list

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

  • Reinstated LHP John Means from the 15-day Injured List (left forearm strain).
  • Placed RHP Grayson Rodriguez on the 15-day Injured List (right shoulder inflammation), retroactive to April 30.

Orioles recall Heston Kjerstad

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

  • Recalled OF Heston Kjerstad from Triple-A Norfolk.
  • Optioned C David Bañuelos to Triple-A Norfolk.

Orioles place Austin Hays on 10-day injured list

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

  • Selected the contract of C David Bañuelos from Triple-A Norfolk.
  • Placed OF Austin Hays on the 10-day Injured List (left calf strain), retroactive to April 21.
  • Designated OF Peyton Burdick for assignment.

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 40 players.

Orioles select contract of Jackson Holliday

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

  • Selected the contract of 2B/SS Jackson Holliday from Triple-A Norfolk. He will wear No. 7 and his first appearance will be his Major League debut.
  • Designated INF/OF Tony Kemp for assignment.

The Orioles’ 40-man roster currently has 38 players.

Baltimore Orioles & Baltimore Ravens combine to donate $10 million to the Baltimore Community Foundation's Key Bridge Emergency Fund

Ravens and Orioles each donate $5 million to support the relief efforts

The Baltimore Orioles and Baltimore Ravens have together donated $10 million to the Baltimore Community Foundation’s Key Bridge Emergency Fund. Each organization contributed $5 million, respectively.

The Key Bridge Emergency Fund was established to provide ongoing support to the recovery and resilience efforts for families, port workers, first responders, small businesses and communities affected by the March 26 Key Bridge tragedy. This fund supports regional efforts to heal, respond and memorialize, in coordination with adjacent efforts with the Foundation’s strategic partners.

“The resiliency of our city has once again been sorely tested,” said Orioles owner DAVID M. RUBENSTEIN. “Under the leadership of Governor Wes Moore, and in collaboration with the Ravens, the Orioles offer this contribution to support those who keep our city, our state, and our country in business.”

“Our heartfelt condolences are with the victims of this tragedy and their families,” Ravens owner STEVE BISCIOTTI stated. “We are thankful to our first responders for their bravery and tireless work. The Ravens are honored to support the Francis Scott Key Bridge recovery efforts and affected Maryland families and businesses. We are confident that Baltimore and Maryland will keep displaying tremendous spirit and strength during this time of great need.”

Orioles trade Diego Castillo to Twins

The Orioles have traded minor league INF/OF Diego Castillo to the Minnesota Twins in exchange for cash considerations.

Orioles recall Jonathan Heasley, place Cionel Pérez on 15-day injured list

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

  • Recalled RHP Jonathan Heasley from Triple-A Norfolk.
  • Placed LHP Cionel Pérez on the 15-day Injured List with a right oblique strain.

Orioles announce 2024 Opening Day celebrations

The Orioles today announced plans to welcome fans back to Oriole Park for the 2024 season during Major League Baseball’s Opening Day on Thursday, March 28, at 3:05 p.m. ET against the Los Angeles Angels.

Festivities will begin by 2:30 p.­m. with a special pre-game ceremony emceed by Orioles broadcaster KEVIN BROWN. Opening Day celebrations will feature:

  • National Anthem: The MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY CHOIR will perform the national anthem from the sod farm prior to the game. A soloist from the choir will also perform "God Bless America" from on top of the Orioles dugout during the seventh inning.
  • Moment of Silence: The Orioles will hold a special moment of silence following the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, honoring the victims and their families and sharing an appreciation for our city’s brave first responders who immediately stepped into action.

  • Flag Drop: A 30’ x 42’ flag from Fort McHenry will be l­­­owered from the batter’s eye during the national anthem performance. The flag is a replica of the one that flew over Fort McHenry when Francis Scott Key wrote the Star-Spangled Banner. Individuals supported by The Arc Baltimore will help unfurl the American flag. The Arc Baltimore supports people with developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling lives with a sense of belonging, purpose, and meaningful relationships.

  • Honor Guard: Colors will be presented by members of THE BALTIMORE CITY POLICE HONOR GUARD and BALTIMORE CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT HONOR GUARD.

  • Flag Kids: Children from the YMCA of Central Maryland will line the orange carpet, holding Orioles flags during the pregame ceremony.

  • Ceremonial First Pitch: As an ode to DAVID RUBENSTEIN, whose father was a postal worker, the Orioles will welcome AUBREE SINGLETARY, the child of a Baltimore City postal worker, to throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game. National Baseball Hall of Famer and member of the new ownership group, CAL RIPKEN, JR., will catch the pitch. Singletary is a fourth-grade student at Harlem Park Elementary/Middle School, where the Orioles will provide community support all year long.

  • Mo Gaba’s Fan of the Year: The Orioles will recognize 9-year-old CARTER as the Mo Gaba Fan of the Year. A third-grade student at Timonium Elementary School, Carter was one of the first Orioles fans whom DAVID RUBENSTEIN met while Carter and his mother, Laurie, were shopping at the Orioles Team Store on Monday, March 4. That serendipitous meeting occurred when Carter and his mother took a spontaneous trip to the Team Store, with the opportunity for Carter to pick out any Orioles jersey of his choosing. Now Carter, who plays travel baseball for the Carroll Manor Cardinals, will line up alongside some of his favorite Orioles, including Gunnar Henderson, Cedric Mullins, and Adley Rutschman.

  • Ceremonial “Play Ball”: Representatives of the new ownership group, including DAVID RUBENSTEINMICHAEL AROUGHETIMITCHELL GOLDSTEIN, and MICHAEL SMITH, will yell the ceremonial “Play Ball” prior to the game, ushering in a new chapter of Orioles baseball.

  • Birdland Community Hero, presented by BGE: Again this year, the Orioles will honor and recognize those in our community who have distinguished themselves by selflessly volunteering in fields that care for, serve, teach, protect, and improve the lives of others through the Birdland Community Heroes program, presented by BGE. On Thursday, the Orioles will recognize SARA ARTES, volunteer Executive Director of Corner Team, Inc., an organization that she co-founded in 2017 to establish a safe space for her community’s sports, education, and leadership development. As Executive Director, she oversees a small group of part-time staff and a robust volunteer team. The organization impacts over 300 youth and families annually through boxing and fitness classes, enrichment programs, community service, and academic and mentorship initiatives. As part of her recognition the Orioles Charitable Foundation will make a $5,000 donation to Corner Team, Inc.

  • Budweiser Clydesdales: The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will parade from Lot C to Camden Street from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  • Giveaway: All fans in attendance will receive an Orioles rally towel.

  • Opening Day Auction: Fans will have the opportunity to bid on game-used memorabilia from Opening Day to benefit the Orioles Charitable Foundation and special causes such as maternal health equity, military programs, Birdland Community Heroes, youth baseball and softball, and adopt-a-school. The auction will run on Orioles.com/Auction from Thursday, March 28, at 12 p.m. through Sunday, April 7, at 10 p.m. 

For information and reminders on accommodations at Oriole Park, visit Orioles.com/AtoZ.

The gates to Oriole Park at Camden Yards will open three hours before first pitch, at 12:00 p.m. Parking lots will open at 11:00 a.m. Fans attending Opening Day are encouraged to be in their seats, and fans at home are encouraged to tune to MASN, by 2:20 p.m. to enjoy the Opening Day pregame festivities.

Major League Baseball fully approved sale of control stake in Baltimore Orioles to Baltimore Native David Rubenstein

Rubenstein: Our eyes are on returning a World Series trophy to Baltimore 

Baltimore, MD – Major League Baseball owners today unanimously approved the sale of the Baltimore Orioles to a group led by DAVID RUBENSTEIN.

Rubenstein, who announced his intent to buy the controlling stake of the Orioles from the Angelos family in January, leads a diverse investor group, which includes MICHAEL AROUGHETI, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ares Management, MITCHELL GOLDSTEIN, and MICHAEL SMITH, Co-Heads of the Ares Management Credit Group (together joint owners of Charm City Sports Partners, LLC).

Subject to obtaining Major League Baseball approval, it is anticipated that the following will become part of the Orioles ownership group: 

CAL RIPKEN, JR., Orioles legend and National Baseball Hall of Fame Member
MICHELE KANG, businesswoman and owner of the Washington Spirit
THE HON. KURT SCHMOKE, former Baltimore Mayor
GRANT HILL, Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer
THE HON. MIKE BLOOMBERG, business leader and philanthropist
BILL MILLER, investor, philanthropist, and lifelong Orioles fan
RICK RIEDER, business leader and lifelong Orioles fan
GREG BARONI, business leader and lifelong Orioles fan
STAN, ALLISON & ALBERT CHEN, business leaders and lifelong Orioles fans
KATE RAMSDELL, lifelong Orioles fan
LAUREN TABAK FASS, attorney and philanthropist
JASON REESE, business leader 

Oriole Park at Camden Yards 2024 Preview

Orioles to welcome fans back to the No. 1 fan rated ballpark in MLB with exciting new food items, ticket deals, and sponsors, and returning fan-favorite experiences like the Bird Bath

The Orioles today announced a slate of exciting new and returning features at Oriole Park at Camden Yards for the 2024 season. Recently voted as the Best MLB Stadium and third-best Baseball Stadium Food according to USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Oriole Park at Camden Yards will continue to offer best-in-class services to its fans.

Beginning Opening Day, fans can enjoy brand-new concession items, new team store gear, and a refreshed Orioles Authentics and HI-CHEW Kids’ Corner experience. Oriole Park will also feature returning fan-favorites, including the Bird Bath located in Section 86, the 410 menu, and Early Bird Saturdays presented by Coors Light. A full list of new and returning items can be found below: 

SENSORY ROOM

This offseason, in collaboration with KultureCity, the Orioles added a state-of-the-art sensory room. The sensory room, which is designed to cater to the needs of individuals with sensory processing needs, is located along the main concourse near Gate F. The room features adjustable lighting, calming visions, comfortable seating, and a range of sensory tools and equipment like bubble walls, bean bags, and tactile objects. The sensory room is fully accessible and made for individuals of all abilities and ages. The room will be available for use beginning Opening Day.

A statement from the Angelos family

Today, Peter G. Angelos passed away quietly at the age of 94. Mr. Angelos had been ill for several years, and the family thanks the doctors, nurses, and caregivers who brought comfort to him in his final years. It was Mr. Angelos' wish to have a private burial, and the family asks for understanding as they honor that request. Donations may be sent to charity in lieu of flowers.

Orioles make minor league roster moves

The Orioles have made the following minor league roster moves:

  • Placed RHP Noah Denoyer on the Triple-A Norfolk Full-Season Injured List.
  • Placed LHP Jakob Hernandez and RHP Nathan Webb on the Triple-A Norfolk 60-day Injured List.
  • Placed RHP Jean Pinto on the Double-A Bowie Full-Season Injured List.
  • Placed RHP Conner Loeprich on the Double-A Bowie 60-day Injured List.
  • Placed RHP Daniel Federman and RHP Reese Sharp on the High-A Aberdeen Full-Season Injured List.
  • Placed RHP Hugo BeltranRHP Wyatt CheneyINF Adam CramptonLHP Andry Mercedes, and RHP Trey Nordmann on the Single-A Delmarva Full-Season Injured List.

Coca-Cola Consolidated named official beverage sponsor of the Baltimore Orioles and Oriole Park at Camden Yards

The Baltimore Orioles and Coca-Cola Consolidated, the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the U.S., today announced a multiyear partnership designating Coca-Cola as the official beverage sponsor of the Orioles and Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

"We are excited to join forces with Coca-Cola Consolidated and their family of brands and flavors," said T.J. Brightman, Orioles Senior Vice President, Chief Revenue Officer. “This partnership represents our shared commitment to providing exceptional products that enhance our guest experience.”

Fans will now have the opportunity to enjoy Coca-Cola beverages as fountain drinks, in bottles and in cans while cheering on their home team – which will begin with MLB’s Opening Day on March 28 when the Orioles host the Los Angeles Angels at Oriole Park. In addition, spectators will experience several Coca-Cola Consolidated-led community events and drink samplings at select games.

"There's just something special about watching baseball with a Coca-Cola in your hand at Camden Yards, so we are thrilled to be part of creating memories alongside Orioles fans,” said Heather Hucks, Vice President of Consumer Connections at Coca-Cola Consolidated. “As Baltimore’s local bottler, we are excited to positively impact the Baltimore community.”

Coca-Cola Consolidated makes, sells and distributes beverages of The Coca-Cola Company and other partner companies in more than 300 brands and flavors across 14 states and the District of Columbia, to approximately 60 million consumers. It has served as the region’s local Coca-Cola bottler since 1902. Coca-Cola Consolidated currently has more than 725 teammates and serves more than 640 customers right here in Baltimore.

Orioles option Bruce Zimmermann to minor league camp

The Orioles have made the following roster move:

  • Optioned LHP Bruce Zimmermann to minor league camp.

The Orioles’ Spring Training roster currently has 46 players (35+10 NRI+1 IL).

Orioles Option Krook and Ort

The Orioles have made the following roster moves:

 

  • Optioned LHP Matt Krook and RHP Kaleb Ort to minor league camp after today’s game.

 

The Orioles’ Spring Training roster currently has 47 players (36+10 NRI+1 IL).

Orioles Claim Burdick from White Sox

The Orioles have made the following roster move:

  • Claimed OF Peyton Burdick off waivers from the Chicago White Sox and optioned him to minor league camp.

Samuel Basallo reassigned to minor league camp

The Orioles have made the following roster move:

  • Reassigned C Samuel Basallo to minor league camp.

The Orioles’ Spring Training roster currently has 49 players (38+10 NRI+1 IL).

Fubo expands position as home for local sports with MASN carriage agreement

Fubo to Stream Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals Ahead of 2024 Major League Baseball Season

NEW YORK – MARCH 12, 2024 – FuboTV Inc. (d/b/a/ Fubo) (NYSE: FUBO), and Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN) announced today a carriage agreement that will expand streaming coverage of the Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals to the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform.

Ahead of Major League Baseball Opening Day (March 28, 2024), MASN will be available to Fubo subscribers across a seven-state region, from Harrisburg, Pa., to Charlotte, N.C. Fubo will stream MASN’s coverage of every available game of both the Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals, pre- and postgame shows, and NCAA Division I men's and women's sports, totaling more than 500 live events annually.

The addition of MASN further solidifies Fubo’s position as the home for local sports. Fubo’s leading sports offering includes more than 55,000 live sporting events annually, with many streaming in 4K, and over 35 regional sports networks in its base package at the lowest cost compared to other streaming options. Fubo is also the streaming leader in Major League Baseball coverage carrying MLB.TV, MLB Network, MLB Strike Zone, regional sports networks (RSNs), local broadcast networks and national sports networks ESPN and FS1. In addition to its leading sports coverage, Fubo also streams popular live entertainment and news programming and features more than 40,000 TV shows and movies on-demand each month.

“Fubo is proud to be the home for local sports and the addition of MASN will bring Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals fans even more access to their favorite teams for the 2024 MLB season,” said Todd Mathers, senior vice president, content strategy and acquisition, Fubo. “We look forward to expanding baseball coverage across the mid-Atlantic region with Fubo’s leading MLB offering.”

Diego Castillo clears waivers, assigned to Triple-A Norfolk

The Orioles have made the following roster move:

  • INF/OF Diego Castillo has cleared outright waivers and been assigned to Triple-A Norfolk.