Yankees vs Orioles
The New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles are American League East rivals. The rivalry's roots trace back to when the Baltimore franchise was the St. Louis Browns, but the Browns moved to Baltimore and became the Orioles in 1954.
Quick Facts
- Division
- American League East
- Rivalry era peak
- 1960s to present
- Key playoff meetings
- Only one postseason meeting (1996 ALCS)
- Yankees historical dominance
- Significant advantage in all-time wins
Lore & Background
The Yankees and Orioles have played many memorable games. In the 2026 season, the Yankees hosted the Orioles from May 1 to May 4 at Yankee Stadium, winning all four games: 7–2, 9–4, 11–3, and 12–1.
Reader's Guide
The Yankees and Orioles typically play multiple series each season. In 2026, the Yankees swept a four-game home series against the Orioles in early May.
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