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Tonight, the Baltimore Orioles are celebrating the 40th Anniversary of winning the 1983 World Series. Most of the players from 1983 are on hand tonight!

Reunion Game Tonight, the Baltimore Orioles are celebrating the 40th Anniversary of winning the 1983 World Series. Most of the players from 1983 are on hand tonight!

Emcee Hollander Brett Hollander, Orioles radio broacaster and the Emcee for the night.

Wayne Kirby New York Mets first base coach, Wayne Kirby looks on as the celebration gets underway in Baltimore, Maryland.

Mike Boddicker Pitcher Mike Boddicker (52) looks on from the Orioles dugout while Dean Kremer looks towards the end of the dugout.

Cal Ripken, Sr. Remembering members of the 1983 Orioles team that we've lost through the years. Cal Ripken, Sr. passed away in 1999.

Mike Young Outfielder Mike Young passed away earlier this year (2023).

Jimmy Williams Orioles First Base Coach in 1983, passed away in 2016.

Ralph Rowe Orioles hitting coach in 1983, passed away in 1996.

Mike Flanagan Orioles pitcher, Mike Flanagan, passed away in 2011.

Ray Miller Orioles pitching coach in 1983, passed away in 2021.

Sammy Stewart Orioles pitcher, Sammy Stewart, passed away in 2018.

Todd Cruz Orioles infielder, Todd Cruz, passed away in 2008.

Elrod Hendricks Orioles bullpen coach in 1983, passed away in 2005.

Joe Albotelli Orioles skipper in 1983, passed away in 2021.

L to R: Pitchers, Dan Morogiello (arms crossed, 21); Alan Ramirez (36); Bill Swaggerty (32); Infielder, Glenn Gulliver (11); Catcher, John Stefero (9).

Former Players L to R: Pitchers, Dan Morogiello (arms crossed, 21); Alan Ramirez (36); Bill Swaggerty (32); Infielder, Glenn Gulliver (11); Catcher, John Stefero (9).

Shelby & Landrum Former Outfielders John Shelby (37) waves to the crowd and Tito Landrum (39) follows him out of the dugout.

Former Orioles Legend, and member of the 1983 World Series Championship team, plays catch with an unknown person in the Orioles dugout.

Cal Ripken, Jr. Former Orioles Legend, and member of the 1983 World Series Championship team, plays catch with an unknown person in the Orioles dugout.

Dan Ford Outfielder Dan Ford acknowledges the crowd as he makes his way out of the dugout.

Gary Roenicke Outfielder Gary Roenicke (35) after being introduced.

Former Players L to R: Outfielder, Gary Roenicke (35), Pitcher, Tippy Martinez (23), Infielder, Lenn Sakata (12).

Former Players Closer look at Roenicke, Martinez and Sakata.

Gary Roenicke (35) chats with pitcher Mike Boddicker (52) while pitcher Scott McGregor (16) listens in while pitcher Storm Davis (34) checks out the crowd.

More Former Players Gary Roenicke (35) chats with pitcher Mike Boddicker (52) while pitcher Scott McGregor (16) listens in while pitcher Storm Davis (34) checks out the crowd.

Players Talking Former Orioles players talking among eachother.

Bumbry & Singleton Outfielder Al Bumbry (1) waves to the crowd while Utility Player Ken Singleton (29) make their way out onto the field.

Greetings All Around Ken Singleton shaking hands with an Orioles personel person (non-player).

Landrum, Dempsey & Ford Outfielder Tito Landrum (39) cracks a joke with catcher Rick Dempsey (24) while Dan Ford (15) reacts to the joke.

Rick Dempsey Orioles catching legened, Rick Dempsey (24) is all smiles to be there!

Cal Ripken, Jr. Orioles legend, Cal Ripken, Jr. making his way onto the field.

Waving to the Crowd Cal Ripken Jr waving to the crowds at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Cal and Rick Cal Ripken Jr. (8) greeting Rick Dempsey on the field.

Sharing a Moment Rick Dempsey (24) asking Cal Ripken Jr (8) if he remembers catching the final out to seal the World Series win for the Orioles in 1983.

Eddie Murray Orioles legend, Eddie Murray making his way out of the dugout on the orange carpet.

Acknowledging the Crowd Orioles legend, Eddie Murray (33) acknowledging the crowd as he makes his way out on the orange carpet.

Feeling the Love Eddie Murray (33) feeling the love from the crowd at the stadium.

Greeting Players Eddie Murray (33) fist bumping Al Bumbry (1).

Jim Palmer Orioles pitching legend, Jim Palmer (22) making his way over to Eddie Murray (33).

Jim & Eddie Jim Palmer (22) and Eddie Murray (33) sharing a moment at the pitchers mound.

Wild Bill Hagy Tribute Rick Dempsey (24) tosses his towel in an attempt to rile up the crowd to do his impression of Orioles Super-Fan Wild Bill Hagy.

Wild Bill Hagy Tribute Rick Dempsey (24) gets his Wild Bill Hagy pep cheer going.

Wild Bill Hagy Tribute Rick Dempsey (24) in his Wild Bill Hagy pep cheer forming the O in O-R-I-O-L-E-S.

Wild Bill Hagy Tribute Rick Dempsey (24) in his Wild Bill Hagy pep cheer forming the E in O-R-I-O-L-E-S.

Wild Bill Hagy Tribute Rick Dempsey (24) acknowledging the crowd after his Wild Bill Hagy tribute pep cheer.

Former Orioles catcher Rick Dempsey (24), getting ready to catch the ceremonial first pitch with current Orioles catcher James McCann (27) and pitcher Grayson Rodriguez.

Ceremonial First Pitch Former Orioles catcher Rick Dempsey (24), getting ready to catch the ceremonial first pitch with current Orioles catcher James McCann (27) and pitcher Grayson Rodriguez.

Jim Palmer (22) throwing to Rick Dempsey (24) like they did back in 1983, with Cal Ripken Jr. (8) throwing to James McCann (27), and Eddie Murray (33) throwing to Grayson Rodriguez.

Ceremonial First Pitch Jim Palmer (22) throwing to Rick Dempsey (24) like they did back in 1983, with Cal Ripken Jr. (8) throwing to James McCann (27), and Eddie Murray (33) throwing to Grayson Rodriguez.

Ceremonial First Pitch Cal Ripken Jr. (8) throwing to current Orioles catcher, James McCann (27).

Ceremonial First Pitch Eddie Murray (33) throwing to current Orioles pitcher, Grayson Rodriguez.

Ceremonial First Pitch Current Orioles pitcher, Grayson Rodriguez catching the throw by Eddie Murray (33).

Battery Mates James McCann (27) and Grayson Rodriguez walking back to the Orioles dugout after the Ceremonial First Pitch.

Group Photo Members of the 1983 Baltimore Orioles posing for a Reunion Photo just after the Ceremonial First Pitch before the game.

These people took up two sections of seats in the lower bowl and were an EYESORE just to look at over there. They were Invading the Orioles nest. Really.

Mets 7 Line Army These people took up two sections of seats in the lower bowl and were an EYESORE just to look at over there. They were Invading the Orioles nest. Really.

Ramon Urias Orioles third baseman, Ramon Urias warming up before the start of the game.

Orioles rookie shortstop, Gunnar Henderson (2), crosses home plate after hitting a two-run home run. Catcher Adley Rutschman (35), waits to greet him.

Home Run Celebration Orioles rookie shortstop, Gunnar Henderson (2), crosses home plate after hitting a two-run home run. Catcher Adley Rutschman (35), waits to greet him.

Orioles rookie shortstop, Gunnar Henderson (2), is greeted at home plate after hitting a two-run home run by catcher Adley Rutschman (35). Anthony Santander (25) waits to greet Gunnar.

Home Run Celebration Orioles rookie shortstop, Gunnar Henderson (2), is greeted at home plate after hitting a two-run home run by catcher Adley Rutschman (35). Anthony Santander (25) waits to greet Gunnar.

Home Run Celebration Rookie Gunnar Henderson (2) is congratulated by right fielder, Ryan O'Hearn (32) just outside of the Orioles dugout.

Homer Hose The Homer Hose being held up by pitcher Dean Kremer for Gunnar Henderson to take a drink of water from.

Oriole Park at Camden Yards View from my seat in Club Level (middle bowl sections).

New promotional character the Orioles introduced for 2023 - Birdbath Splash Section. Fans sitting in this section would be spashed with spritzs of water during the game.

Mr. Splash New promotional character the Orioles introduced for 2023 - Birdbath Splash Section. Fans sitting in this section would be spashed with spritzs of water during the game.

Adley Rutschman Orioles catcher, Adley Rutschman (35), batting from the left side of the plate, prepares to swing on a pitch.

Adley Rutschman Orioles catcher, Adley Rutschman (35) swung and missed the ball. Take a look at the catchers glove - you'll see the ball in there.

The most popular beer vender at Oriole Park at Camden Yards - Fancy Clancy Haskett, seen on the job. Dude celebrates his 50th season of serving beer in the stands in 2024.

Fancy Clancy The most popular beer vender at Oriole Park at Camden Yards - Fancy Clancy Haskett, seen on the job. Dude celebrates his 50th season of serving beer in the stands in 2024.

Ramon Urias Orioles third baseman, Ramon Urias watches the action from the dugout.

Fancy Cleats! Gotta love those orange cleats worn by an Orioles player!

Splash Zone! Mr. Splash splashing water on the fans in the Birdbath Splash Section!

Mr. Splash Party man, Mr. Splash interacting with fans in the stands.

Anthony Santander Orioles designated hitter, Anthony Santander (25), alert on the base paths.

Jordan Westburg Orioles second baseman, Jordan Westburg (11), alert on the base paths.

Jordan Westburg (11) touches home plate to add another run to the Orioles score. Outfielder Ryan McKenna (26) holds his hand out to congratulate Westburg.

Scoring a Run Jordan Westburg (11) touches home plate to add another run to the Orioles score. Outfielder Ryan McKenna (26) holds his hand out to congratulate Westburg.

Scoring a Run Jordan Westburg (11) shakes hands with Ryan McKenna (26) after scoring a run looks to the field to see the action unfolding.

Hotel Views Lone Mets fan looking out at the stadium from the Hilton hotel that overlooks the stadium from center field.

Bautista Warming Up Orioles closer, Felix Bautista (nicknamed The Mountain), warms up for potential game action.

Bullpen Pitchers Yennier Cano (78) and Cionel Perez (58) watch the game from the Orioles bullpen.

Bullpen Pitchers Joey Krehbiel (52) and bullpen catcher Mark Kolozsvary watch the game from the Orioles bullpen.

Bullpen Pitchers Pitchers Mike Baumann and Cole Irvin watch the game from the Orioles bullpen.

Former Orioles pitcher Brad Brach is the special guest to the broadcast booth that night. Personal note from Will: There is no family relation and I still have yet to meet him.

MASN Broadcast Booth Former Orioles pitcher Brad Brach is the special guest to the broadcast booth that night. Personal note from Will: There is no family relation and I still have yet to meet him.

Oriole Park at Camden Yards View from my seat in Club Level (middle bowl sections).

Mets Skipper Former Orioles skipper and current New York Mets skipper, Buck Showalter takes in the game from the Mets dugout.

DJ Stewart Former Orioles player, DJ Stewart, now with the New York Mets watches the game from the Mets dugout.

New York Mets Staff New York Mets coaching staff pondering their next move from their dugout.

Orioles Clubhouse Peeking into the club level suites at Camden Yards.

MASN's Roch MASN's Roch Kubatko hard at work on his game coverage for MASNSports.com

Close the Game Orioles relief pitcher, Yennier Cano (78) in his windup, prepares to throw a pitch during the game.

Yennier Cano Pitcher Yennier Cano (78) after throwing his pitch.

O's WIN! Final Score was Orioles 7, Mets 3. Orioles record after this win was 69-42.

Victory Fireworks When the Orioles win, fireworks are shot off the top of the scoreboard like this to celebrate the win.

Orioles players and coaches congratulate each other after the win. The O's would go on to complete a three game series sweep of the New York Mets and win 101 games that season.

On Field Congratulations Orioles players and coaches congratulate each other after the win. The O's would go on to complete a three game series sweep of the New York Mets and win 101 games that season.