When he retired, Luis Aparicio was considered the best defensive shortstop ever. At that time, he had played the most games, had the most assists and double plays, and had the best (they were not invented yet) best Dwar and zone range of any shortstop in MLB history. Since retiring, he has fallen…
Cal Ripken Jr. discusses coming into the Orioles’ organization and choosing to be an everyday player instead of a pitcher. On September 6, 1995, Cal Ripken Jr. took measure of his place in baseball history, and said, “I know that if Lou Gehrig is looking down on tonight’s activities, he isn’t concerned about someone playing…
On May 30, 1987 At Memorial Stadium, Baltimore Oriole Larry Sheets hits a solo homerun off the Seattle Mariners. The solo blast is the 58th homerun for the month of May and it is a new franchise record.
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Frank Robinson homers in Game 5 of the 1970 World Series. Bench looks on.
Team Names: Baltimore Orioles, St. Louis Browns, Milwaukee Brewers Seasons: 118 (1901 to 2018) Record: 8714-9620, .475 W-L% Playoff Appearances: 14 Pennants: 7 World Championships: 3 Events in Baltimore Orioles and St. Louis Browns Team History
On October 3, 2018.00 Three days after finishing a historically bad season with just 47 wins, the Orioles dismiss long-time manager Buck Showalter.
Texas third baseman Adrian Beltre collects his 3000th hit when he doubles in the fourth inning in the Rangers’ 10-6 loss to the Orioles at Globe Life Park in Arlington. The twenty-year veteran, who has also spent time with the Dodgers, Mariners, and the Red Sox, is the first-ever Dominican-born player to reach the coveted milestone.
The Orioles grant the largest contract in their history when they re-sign 1B Chris Davis for 7 years and $161 million. Meanwhile, the Royals ink P Ian Kennedy for 5 years and $70 million.
Mark Buehrle wins the 200th game of his career as the Blue Jays spoil the Orioles’ home opener, 12 – 4. Buehrle allows 2 runs in 6 innings, while the Jays bang out 16 hits, including 8 doubles, and collect 4 sacrifice flies in roughing up Bud Norris and three relievers.