The Baltimore Orioles play in the Eastern Division of the American League. They play at Camden Yards, one of the most iconic and representative of Major League parks. The Orioles have appeared in the Major League Playoffs eleven times. Yaytickets.com is an excellent place to find great options for Oriole tickets on the net.

Cal Ripken Jr. is the face of the Orioles franchise. Ripken Jr. is one of the greatest Shortstops to ever play the game. His record for consecutive games played, 2,623 straight games, may never be broken. Ripken Jr. carries the nickname "Iron man" for his consistency and resolve.

He was voted to the All-Star team nineteen times, and won the Most Valuable Player award twice, in 1983 and 1991. Ripken Jr. propelled the Orioles to a 1983 World Series Championship. He won the Gold Glove award twice, in 1991 and 1992.

In addition to his consecutive games played record he holds a number of other statistical achievements. He has over three thousand hits and over four hundred home runs. Cal Ripken Jr. was the All-Star Most Valuable Player twice, as well as the 1982 Rookie Of The Year.

Oriole teams of recent years have been mainly unsuccessful. Though new players and coaching are a sign of great things to come. Anybody who wants to see the Orioles rise to the top in a great stadium should visit Yaytickets.com .

Another good sign for the Baltimore Orioles is the agreement of star outfielder Nick Markakis to remain with the team. Second Basemen Brian Roberts is also a large part of the Orioles eventual success. This coming season is full of promise for a young team with a vibrant roster. At Yaytickets.com you can find great prices on Oriole tickets.