Where The Orioles Stood On June 2, 1970

[cboemmeljr]

#50THANNIVERSARY

Entering play on this day in 1970, the Baltimore Orioles had a record of 33-15 and held a 7.5 game lead over the New York Yankees (26-23) in leading the American League East.

The Birds had the 3rd best record in all of MLB by winning % behind the Cincinnati Reds (.720) and the Minnesota Twins (.705).

The Orioles had a 20-9 record during the month of May.

[Maverick Hiker]

Interesting that Minnesota and Cincinnati both had higher winning percentages. The Orioles however would beat them both in the post season.  I recall the Reds got off to a great start that year and Johnny Bench had a career year,  

[Redskins Rick]

4 hours ago, Maverick Hiker said:

Interesting that Minnesota and Cincinnati both had higher winning percentages. The Orioles however would beat them both in the post season.  I recall the Reds got off to a great start that year and Johnny Bench had a career year,  

That 1970 Reds lineup was pretty solid and had some legitimate talent. 

[weams]

2 hours ago, Redskins Rick said:

That 1970 Reds lineup was pretty solid and had some legitimate talent. 

One of the best teams.