Baltimore Orioles move home opener against Boston Red Sox to 2:35 p.m. with severe storms possible
The Baltimore Orioles' home opener on Monday against the Boston Red Sox has been moved up by 30 minutes due to storms and inclement weather in the forecast.
The first pitch at Oriole Park at Camden Yards will be at 2:35 p.m., instead of 3:05 p.m.
The Orioles said the parking lots will open at 11 a.m. and the gates will open at noon.
The team encourages fans attending the home opener to be in their seats by 2 p.m. to enjoy the pregame festivities.
What's the weather?
WJZ's First Alert Weather team is monitoring a line of potentially strong storms in Maryland on Monday afternoon and evening. A level two (out of a five-tier system) risk for severe weather has been issued.
The chance for storms increases after 4 p.m. in the Baltimore area.
The biggest concern is the threat of wind gusts up to 60 mph as the storm moves into the Baltimore region. Hail is also possible.
Any storm will be capable of producing brief heavy rain and lots of lightning. The timing of storms is important. If storms hold off long enough, the game may go off without a hitch.
Baltimore Orioles vs Toronto Blue Jays
The Baltimore Orioles are coming home after splitting a four-game series in Toronto against the Blue Jays. The Orioles (2-2) beat Toronto -- 12-2 and 9-5 -- on Thursday and Saturday.
Toronto won on Friday and Sunday -- 8-2 and 3-1.
The Orioles hit 10 home runs in the first four games, including three by Jordan Westburg.
Who's starting?
The Baltimore Orioles will hand the ball to left-handed pitcher Cade Povich on Monday. The Red Sox will counter with lefty Sean Newcomb.
Povich posted a 3-9 record with a 5.20 earned run average last season.
What's new at Camden Yards?
The Baltimore Orioles have new features this season at Oriole Park.
The left-field wall has been moved in, with a section for children to catch home run balls. The Bird Bath Splash Zone has expanded to two sections beyond the outfield wall.
Select beer, among other food and drink items, will be at a valued price during Baltimore Orioles games at Camden Yards this season.
The new value menu includes more than a dozen items for less than $6.
And, for those who like to enjoy a "cold one" on a hot summer day, 12-ounce Miller High Life, Blue Moon, Leinenkugel's, Stella Artois and Sierra Nevada will be sold for $5.
The full value menu includes:
- All Beef Hot Dog – $4
- Pretzel Bites with Cheese – $4
- Cinnamon Pretzel Bites with Cream Cheese Icing – $4
- Nacho Chips with Cheese – $4
- Popcorn – $3.50
- Peanuts – $2.50
- Packaged Desserts – $3
- 16 oz. Refillable Soda Cup – $4
- 16.9 oz. Dasani Bottled Water – $4
- Selection of 12 oz. Beers (Miller High Life, Blue Moon, Leinenkugel's, Stella Artois, Sierra Nevada) – $5
- 12 oz. Vizzy Hard Seltzer – $6
- 12 oz. Non-Alcoholic Beer (Athletic) – $5
Maryland restaurants will also be featured, including Ekiben, Attman's Deli, The Nutty Pitch, Pat & Stugg's, Pat LaFrieda's, Stuggy's Gourmet Hot Dogs, Vida Taco, Boog's BBQ, 7th Inning Sorbet, Vida Taco, Factoria Maria Pupuseria, Deddle's Mini Donuts, The Local Fry, Rita's Italian Ice, Squire's Pizza, Encore Sausage, Turkey Hill, and Camden Commons.
Here's a look at the promotions, new merchandise and food options.
