Grand Prix @ the Corner Race #9
"Our payroll is $75 million, and our ticket prices average $22. Some of the teams we compete against charge an average of $45," Angelos said. "We're going to have to match the competition. How to do that is a decision I will make in the future."
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As for saying that "prices are at a minimum," Team Marketing Report shows that the average price for an adult at Oriole Park Camden Yards at $22.53, ranking them 12th out of the 30 clubs, and above the league average of $22.21. The Orioles kept the average price the same this year from the year prior.
On player payroll, it is difficult to compete in the AL East, but maybe the Orioles should take baby steps and consider something like at least trying to get close to the wild card. Using Opening Day payroll reported by USA Today (deferred payments, incentive and award clauses, and depreciation are not included, and payments teams receive as compensation in some player trades are not reflected in the team salaries), the Orioles
Lastly, Angelos is a hands-on owner. At one point, there were eight pitching coaches in eight years. Managers? Seven in 12 years. General managers? Six in 12 years. Many a deal has been quashed due to his attempts to lowball agents. Many players refuse to play for the club now due to this reputation. My two cents? If the man wants an explanation for why his club isn't winning, Angelos needs to look in the mirror.



