1st April 1881
The fans of the Orioles are looking for an improved performance from their team this year. The independent league assessors don't think that they will get what they wish for as they see the Orioles finishing in last place in the AL, some 8 games off the pace.
The MLB has left the schedule alone at 84 games again this season. One interesting piece of news is that the head office of the MLB has released a discussion paper asking for views from all interested parties on a possible expansion of the league to 16 teams.
The players were in early for pre-season workouts this year and it gave the GM and manager a good look at the available talent. They have assessed this and come up with the below 25 men to be the opening day roster.
Pitching
Batting
