Orioles Fire Mascots Oriole Bird, Mr. Splash After GM Promises Free Agency Splurge Following Disappointing Season

New report claims that Orioles latest round of layoffs was so brutal not even the mascot was safe

Baltimore Orioles layoffs reportedly cut the Oriole Bird mascot performer, Mr. Splash, the team's photographer, and ticket sales and graphic design staff.

New report claims that Orioles latest round of layoffs was so brutal not even the mascot was safe - NEW YORK TIMES POST

No one likes to hear the word “layoffs” because it’s always terrible when someone loses their job. But in the world of sports, if there was one gig that was bulletproof on this front, I always thought that would be the mascot. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you [...]

Baltimore Orioles' 'Bloodbath' Downsizing Measures Even Include Mascots Oriole Bird And Mr. Splash; Is A Lockout Coming?

If you were looking for an indication about whether or not the Major League Baseball season will start on time in 2027, with a lockout potentially looming, here’s a sign: the Baltimore Orioles just laid both of their mascots. That’s right. Not even Oriole Bird and Mr. Splash are safe from the downsizing measures already […]

Orioles Fire Mascots Oriole Bird, Mr. Splash After GM Promises Free Agency Splurge Following Disappointing Season

The Baltimore Orioles laid off the performers behind Oriole Bird and Mr. Splash as part of a cost-cutting restructuring. After back-to-back losing seasons, Baltimore is desperate to change its fortunes. Orioles president Mike Elias admitted the organization is “tired” of losing baseball. And after Pete Alonso emerged as the lone major bright spot this year, the Orioles are preparing for an offseason filled with more Alonso-like moves. But rebuil…

The Baltimore Orioles Announced a $600 Million Renovation. Then It Laid Off the Employee Behind Its Mascot

Fans took to social media to express their outrage over the decision, with some saying “flock this.”

Report: Baltimore Orioles mascot among staff layoffs

One of the most recognizable faces at Camden Yards has not been spared from sweeping organizational changes. The Baltimore Orioles have reportedly cut 16 employees across departments, ranging from ticket sales and graphic design to food and beverage. The downsizing most notably reached the team’s entertainment wing, leaving the performers behind the beloved Oriole Bird […]