Orioles announce new features at Camden Yards

The renovations are completed on the left field wall at Camden Yards. It’s moved closer to home plate and lowered, a “happier medium,” as executive vice president/general manager Mike Elias said in November. Mr. Splash was given a platform and more space to spray fans in sections 84 and 86, with the drenching distance extended from last season.

Fans also will notice a long platform to the left that serves as a viewing area for kids ages 12 and younger to be escorted and get a closer view of the action. They must be seated in sections 78, 80 and 82 to be eligible.

“We’re excited about the home run porch,” said president of baseball operations Catie Griggs. “We think it’s a really unique opportunity to welcome kids 12 and under closer to the field, escorted by parents, where they can have the opportunity to really feel part of the game in a way that’s pretty unique to this ballpark. Between that and Mr. Splash, we know that was a section that was sold out almost every single game last year. We want to make sure that we create experiences that are accessible to more people.”

The Orioles invited media to Camden Yards this morning to check out the newest additions to the ballpark, starting with an improved sound system that blared “Thank God I’m a Country Boy” – the long-time, seventh-inning stretch song in Baltimore. Further upgrades will be made for the 2026 season.

The old sound and control systems were “fairly antiquated,” Griggs said, and recent changes have enabled the Orioles to create much sharper audio "not only for music on the field, which our players are pretty excited about, but also throughout the ballpark."

“We were able to find a way in which we can put in different speaker towers with different equipment that allows us to have a much clearer sound," Griggs said. "We really were looking to address concerns about the ability to hear and understand PA announcers and lineups and everything else. That’s something you should just be able to expect when you come to the ballpark. The new system allows us to do that while we wait for the full replacement.”

The club announced that it will host “Orange Out Saturdays” for every Saturday home game throughout the season, tying into the decision to bring back the all-orange uniforms that hadn’t been worn since a 2010 throwback promotion. They Orioles used them as an alternate uniform in 1971-72.

Fans are encouraged to get decked out in the team’s primary color or receive fashion assistance at the Orange Store located by section 82 or at displays in The Team Store on Eutaw Street. Brick & Whistle and various food and beverage partners are getting into the act by offering options like orange crushes, orange chicken and orange-themed sweet treats.

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Mark Fine, the new chief marketing officer, estimated that the team will wear the alternate uniform five or six times, beginning on April 12. He teased that the Blue Jays might “get in the spirit, as well.” Powder blue uniforms, perhaps?  

The Orioles are bringing back the live-action hot dog races from last season. And they’re joining some other teams in the majors in offering a value menu that includes the following:

All beef hot dog - $4
Pretzel bites with cheese - $4
Cinnamon pretzel bites with cream cheese icing - $4
Nachos with cheese - $4
Popcorn - $3.50
Peanuts - $2.50
Packaged desserts - $3
Refillable soda cups - $4
Bottled water - $4
Select 12 oz. domestic beers - $5
12 oz. hard seltzer - $6
12 oz. non-alcoholic beer - $5

“At the end of the day, we were here for the community, we are here for fans,” Griggs said. “We realize price is a real consideration. We want everyone to have the experience they want here at Camden Yards. … For fans who are looking at exciting local food options, we’ve got those. But fans who want a dog, a soda, some peanuts and popcorn, we want to make sure we can have that, too. We want to make sure we can have them at an affordable price.

“For those who want to bring their own food, that’s an option, too. There really is something for everyone.”

The signature dishes include the following:

The Warehouse Burger – Brick & Whistle’s signature blend double-cheeseburger topped with queso fundido, fried onions, homemade pickle de gallo and Whistle Sauce, served on a pretzel bun. Located at Bleacher Grill at Section 90.

The Chessie – Footlong Chesapeake-spiced sausage smothered in a creamy crab dip, pickled sweet corn and fried green tomatoes, served on a pretzel bun. Located at Baltimore Seafood House at Section 5.

The Sub-Marine - Crispy beer-battered locally-caught fish topped with creole mustard tartar sauce, lettuce, tomato and pickles, served on a hoagie roll. Located at Baltimore Seafood House at Section 5.

More than a dozen popular establishments from across Baltimore and Maryland will serve fans, with several new additions and returning partners. Also, Camden Commons will feature rotating appearances from nine local restaurants throughout the season.

Ekiben – New this season, featuring its popular buns, including The Neighborhood Bird Bun and Spicy Neighborhood Bird Bun, Tofu Bun, Crispy Tofu Nuggets and Ramen Broccoli. Moving to a new concession stand located near Section 49.

Attman’s Deli – Serving its famous deli sandwiches at a full stand this season. The menu includes Hot Corned Beef, Pastrami, Oven-Roasted Turkey and the popular Cloak & Dagger. Located near Section 53.

The Nutty Pitch – New this season, serving fresh-glazed and roasted pecans, almonds and peanuts, as well as churros. Located near Section 71.

Pat & Stugg’s – A collaboration between the popular Baltimore-owned hot dog shop, Stuggy’s, and Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors, Pat & Stugg’s will serve shaved ribeye cheesesteaks, cheeseburgers, double bacon cheeseburgers and shaved ribeye dogs. Moving to a new concession stand near Section 72.

Pat LaFrieda’s – Meats from Pat LaFrieda will also be available at various locations around the ballpark, including The Butchery on Eutaw Street, and at stands on the Club Level near Section 228 and the Upper Deck near Section 334.

Stuggy’s Gourmet Hot Dogs – Founded in Baltimore in 2010, Stuggy’s Gourmet Hot Dogs made its Oriole Park debut in 2012. Located near Section 71.

Vida Taco – A local farm to taco establishment, fans can once again get Vida Taco at the ballpark. The popular taco stand is located near Section 31 and on Eutaw Street.

Boog’s BBQ – The Boog’s BBQ famed rolling smoke will return again. A fan-favorite, the low-roasted beef top round rubbed with Boog’s famous spice blend, smoked in-house to a perfect medium rare, and served atop a corn-dusted Kaiser roll will once again be available at the Boog’s BBQ stand located on Eutaw Street.

7^th Inning Sorbet – Manufactured in Baltimore, the sorbet is a staple in the city and is available for purchase at Oriole Park. Members of Citywide Youth Development will sell the sorbet after completing the organization’s eight-week training program, teaching them how to create and distribute the frozen desert.

Factoria Maria Pupuseria – A Salvadoran staple, Maria’s will serve pupusas, quesadillas and chorizo dogs. Located near Section 46.

Deddle’s Mini Donuts – The locally-owned food truck and donut shop, which specializes in made-to-order mini donuts, will be available at all Saturday and Sunday home games. Located near Section 68.

The Local Fry – Fans can purchase four types of gourmet fries at Local Fry stands throughout the ballpark, as well as boneless chicken wings, chicken tenders and a TLC chicken sandwich at their upper deck location. Located near Sections 27 and 368.

Rita’s Italian Ice – Serving its cool, smooth, delightfully happy treats near Sections 10 and 83.

Squire’s Pizza – Founded in Baltimore in 1920, Squire’s will offer nine-inch personal pepperoni and cheese pizzas near Sections 11, 53, 83, 316 and 360, as well as individual slices on the Club Level.

Encore Sausage – Located in Landover, Md., and serving the area since the early 1960’s, fans can now enjoy their Italian sausage, Chesapeake sausage and bratwurst at ballpark locations near Sections 67 and 334.

Turkey Hill – Lancaster County, Pa., and regional ice cream favorite Turkey Hill will offer soft serve at locations near Sections 17, 62, 80, 230, 318 and 334, hand-dipped ice cream near Section 230, and pints at Birdland Market locations.

(In the name of journalism, I sampled the ribeye cheesesteak, gourmet hot dog and a half-dozen of the mini donuts with caramel sauce. Everything that I missed while almost blacking out also received rave reviews. There’s definite excitement over Ekiben.)

* The Orioles haven’t hosted the All-Star Game since 1993, but they’re hopeful that the ballpark renovations and resolution to the MASN dispute will improve their chances.

“As we’ve been saying and as you heard from David (Rubenstein) since he took over the team, it’s a priority of the ownership group,” Griggs said. “We are still actively in conversations with Major League Baseball and hope to have something to share in the not-too-distant future."

Atlanta is hosting this year’s All-Star Game, followed by Philadelphia in 2026.

* Grayson Rodriguez, who’s headed to the injured list, told Foul Territory today that he’ll throw a bullpen session later this week.

Rodriguez described his injury as triceps tendinitis and said he’s dealt with it for the last three or four seasons.