Baltimore Orioles: Facts, History, Stats, and Resources

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Fun Facts about the Baltimore Orioles

What are Baltimore Orioles team colors?
Black, Orange, White

Where did the Baltimore Orioles get their name and why are they called it?
The Baltimore Orioles were originally the St. Louis Browns. They played as the Browns for the first 50 years of the club’s history. Upon moving to Baltimore from St. Louis, the team’s owners wished to distance the team from its former history by giving it a new name, which they chose to be the Orioles. The name “Orioles” was used frequently by baseball teams in Baltimore, as the “Baltimore Oriole” is the state bird of Maryland.

Who is the mascot for the Baltimore Orioles?
The mascot for the Baltimore Orioles is known simply as “The Bird.” It is a large cartoonish Baltimore Oriole and it has been the team’s mascot since 1979.

Who owns the Baltimore Orioles?
Peter Angelos, a trial lawyer from Maryland who became rich due to a number of class action suits regarding asbestos in the 1980s.

What numbers have been retired by the Baltimore Orioles?
4 Earl Weaver
5 Brooks Robinson
8 Cal Ripken, Jr.
20 Frank Robinson
22 Jim Palmer
33 Eddie Murray
42 Jackie Robinson (Retired by MLB)

What players from the Baltimore Orioles are in the Baseball Hall Of Fame?
Rick Ferrell
Eddie Murray
Jim Palmer
Cal Ripken, Jr.
Brooks Robinson
Frank Robinson
George Sister
Bobby Wallace
Earl Weaver

How many World Series have Baltimore Orioles won?
Three (1966, 1970, 1983)

Fun Facts about Oriole Park at Camden Yards

What is the address of Oriole Park at Camden Yards?
333 West Camden Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

What is Baltimore Orioles stadium called?
Oriole Park at Camden Yards

How many seats are in Oriole Park at Camden Yards?
48,876

Items NOT allowed in Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Taken from mlb.com website:
“Oriole Park at Camden Yards, in conjunction with Major League Baseball, has established the following security procedures for entrance into the ballpark:

No hard-sided coolers, thermoses, glass bottles, cans or alcoholic beverages are permitted into the ballpark. You must leave these items in your vehicle before entering the ballpark.

Non-alcoholic beverages in plastic bottles are permitted into the park. All items will be checked at the gates and any beverage which has been opened or partially consumed prior to entry is subject to confiscation if it is thought to contain alcohol. In addition, no plastic or paper cups of beverages are permitted into the park at the entry gates.

All items permitted into the ballpark will be inspected. No bags or items exceeding the maximum size of 16″ x 16″ x 8″ are allowed into the ballpark. Permitted items must easily fit into a 16″ x 16″ x 8″ container. Bags on wheels are prohibited.

No containers or unauthorized items can be left at any park entrance.

No re-entry will be permitted. Once you enter the ballpark, you will not be permitted to leave and re-enter the facility.

Only vehicles dropping off or picking up guests with disabilities are permitted to stop curbside at the ballpark.”

When was Oriole Park at Camden Yards built?
Ground for the current stadium was broken in June of 1989. The stadium was completed in time for opening day in 1992.

How far is it down the right field line in Oriole Park at Camden Yards?
318 feet

How far is it down the left field line in Oriole Park at Camden Yards?
333 feet

How far is the center field wall in Oriole Park at Camden Yards?
400 feet

Travel Information if You’re going to watch the Baltimore Orioles

Best restaurants in the area of Oriole Park at Camden Yards
1. Pratt Street Alehouse
206 West Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 244-8900
prattstreetalehouse.com

2. Camden Pub
647 West Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 547-1280

3. Upper Deck Bar and Grill
34 South Eutaw Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 752-1915

Best hotels near Oriole Park at Camden Yards
1. Hilton Baltimore
401 West Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(443) 573-8700
Hilton.com

2. Hampton Inn – Camden Yard
550 Washington Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 685-5000
Hilton.com

3. Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel
300 South Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
(410) 962-8300
starwoodhotels.com

Top 5 Players of all time for the Baltimore Orioles

5. Eddie Murray
Eddie Murray was the first baseman for the Baltimore Orioles from the beginning of his career in 1977 until 1988, when he became a LA Dodger. He returned to the Orioles briefly in 1996, but retired from the sport in 1997, again as an LA Dodger. The first 12 seasons of his career with the Orioles defined Murray’s career as a reliable hitter. He was an eight-time All Star selection, three time Gold Glove Award recipient, three-time Silver Slugger Award recipient, and he helped the Orioles to one of their three all-time World Series Championships in 1983. His number, 33, was retired by the Baltimore Orioles and in 2003 he was elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Batting Average: .287
Hits: 3,255
Home Runs: 504
RBI: 1,917

4. Frank Robinson
Frank Robinson played both Right and Left field during his Major League Baseball career. He played the first decade on field for the Cincinnati Reds. He began to outshine others, however, when he played for the Baltimore Orioles from 1966 to 1971. During this time, he helped the team to two of their three total World Series Championships. While with the Orioles, Robinson was the AL MVP, World Series MVP and recipient of the Babe Ruth Award. In 1971 he was the MLB All-Star Game MVP as well. His number, 20, was retired by both the Cincinnati Reds and the Baltimore Orioles. He was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982.
Batting Average: .294
Home Runs: 586
Hits: 2,943
RBI: 1,812

3. Jim Palmer
Jim Palmer played his entire MLB career with the Baltimore Orioles, from 1965 until 1984. During this time, he was a six-time All-Star selection. As the team’s pitcher, he led them to three World Series Championship titles, as many titles as the team has won in its history. He was a three-time AL Cy Young Award winner, three-time TSN Pitcher of the Year and four-time Gold Glove Award winner. His number, 22, was retired by the Baltimore Orioles and in 1990, he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Win-Loss Record: 268-152
ERA: 2.86
Strikeouts: 2,212

2. Brooks Robinson
Brooks Robinson played for the Baltimore Orioles during his entire MLB career, from 1955 until 1977. During this time he was an 18-time All Star selection and two-time World Series Champion. He won the Gold Glove Award 16 times and held other titles such as AL MVP, World Series MVP, Roberto Clemente Award, Babe Ruth Award and Lou Gehrig Memorial Award. His number, 5, was retired by the Baltimore Orioles and in 1983 he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Batting Average: .267
Hits: 2,848
Home Runs: 268
RBI: 1,357

1. Cal Ripken, Jr.
Cal Ripken, Jr. played for the Baltimore Orioles during his entire MLB career from 1981 until 2001. He was a 19-time All Star Selection, garnering the title from 1983 through 2001 each year. In 1983, he helped the Orioles to win their third World Series Championship title. He won the AL MVP title twice and was named the 1982 Rookie of the Year from the American League. In 1992, he won the Roberto Clemente Award and the Lou Gehrig Award. He was named to the MLB All-Century Team and his number, 8, was retired by the Baltimore Orioles. In 2007, he was elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Resources about the Baltimore Orioles

The Official Site of the Baltimore Orioles
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Baltimore Orioles – Orioles Baseball Clubhouse – ESPN
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Baltimore Orioles Baseball – News, Schedule, Stats, Scores, Photos and Video
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Baltimore Orioles – CBS Sports
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Baltimore Orioles News, Schedule, Photos, Stats, Players, MLB Baseball – Sports Illustrated
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