civil war

Did The Yankees Used To Be The Orioles?

by

The Yankees began play in the 1901 season as the Baltimore Orioles ( no relation to the modern Baltimore Orioles) In 1903, Frank Farrell and Bill Devery purchased the franchise after it ceased operations and moved it to New York City, renaming the club the New York Highlanders. Why was Orioles Cancelled? Chicago Cubs’ series … Read more

What Happened To The Original Baltimore Orioles?

by

Upon the foundation of the American League in 1901, a reorganized baltimore orioles franchise competed as a charter member, before relocating to new york city after two seasons, where they ultimately became known as the New York Yankees. Who were the Orioles original? In the 1890s, in the National League of Professional Base Ball Clubs … Read more