Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Baltimore Orioles managing partner John Angelos issued a joint statement on Thursday, announcing progress in their plans to expand the Camden Yards campus. The Orioles’ lease at Camden Yards is set to expire at the end of this year, and Angelos had expressed his desire for a lease renewal to be a gift to the community during the All-Star break.
The joint statement highlighted the groundwork that has been laid for success and the ongoing progress in revitalizing and expanding the Camden Yards campus. The parties involved are determined to make this vision a reality in the near future.
In support of this effort, former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan signed a bill last year that increased the bond authorization for M&T Bank Stadium, the home of the Baltimore Ravens, as well as for Camden Yards. This legislation allowed for borrowing of up to $600 million for each stadium, providing financial resources to support the expansion plans.
While specific details about the expansion and revitalization of the Camden Yards campus were not provided in the statement, the collaboration between Governor Moore, John Angelos, and the Orioles organization indicates a shared commitment to enhancing the ballpark and its surrounding area. The Camden Yards stadium has long been recognized as one of the iconic landmarks in Major League Baseball, and this progress signals a positive development for the future of the Orioles and the city of Baltimore.