101-57 (.639)
Ballpark
Attendance
1,023,037 total
13,286 per game
13,286 per game
1971 Draft Picks
Round
Pick
Player
4
93
Myri Smith P
5
117
Mark Pettit SS
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On May 6, 1971, at Memorial Stadium, the Baltimore Orioles hosted the California Angels in...
1971 California Angels vs Baltimore Orioles - Radio Broadcast / On May 6, 1971, at Memorial Stadium, the Baltimore Orioles hosted the California Angels in what was poised to be a competitive matchup, highlighting the pitching prowess of Dave McNally for the Orioles against the Angels' Andy Messersmith. Both teams were looking to assert themselves early in the season, with the Orioles riding the momentum of their powerful lineup and the Angels focusing on refining their strategy under the guidance of their solid starting rotation. Noteworthy for the season, the Orioles were the defending World Series champions, adding an extra layer of anticipation for their performance throughout the 1971 campaign.
As the game unfolded, the Orioles seized an early lead with a tactical first inning that set the tone for their strategic play. Dave McNally and Andy Messersmith both delivered strong starts, effectively managing the opposing lineups with precision. The Orioles were able to leverage key moments, notably in the fifth inning when they expanded their lead. This was underscored by a hit by pitch to Don Buford, followed by intelligent base running that positioned him to score on a single by Brooks Robinson. The Orioles showcased their capability to capitalize on opportunities, maintaining control of the game's tempo and demonstrating solid defensive plays to support McNally’s pitching. The Orioles emerged victorious with a 3-1 win, a reflection of their robust start to the season and McNally's commanding performance, yielding only one run across the complete game.
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The booklets were published and distributed by various companies through local retailers, who would often rebrand them. While many of...
/ The booklets were published and distributed by various companies through local retailers, who would often rebrand them. While many of the booklets have slight variations in content, they orginate from Pearson Corporation. There was a alternate version of the fact book that is most often seen with "Kessler Whiskey" branding. The Kessler books tended to be a little larger format with a higher quality paper. Publication features team rosters, previews, major & minor league schedules, stadium diagrams, team logos, MLB records, Hall of Fame, World Series results, etc.
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