Remembering the Orioles’ 1970 World Series title: Birds ‘compare favorably with anybody’ in early going

This season marks the 50th anniversary of the Orioles’ 1970 World Series championship, the franchise’s second title in five seasons and first under legendary manager Earl Weaver. To celebrate the occasion, The Baltimore Sun is sharing its most memorable stories from that campaign throughout the year.

The Morning After, April 23,1970, Baltimore Morning Sun

By Bob Maisel

A few thoughts come to mind after the Orioles’ first look at all of the other clubs in their own division.