Gulf Coast League Orioles begin 2012 season Monday in Sarasota

The Orioles Gulf Coast League (GCL) team begins its 2012 season at the Ed Smith Stadium complex on Monday, June 18 at noon versus the Twins. The GCL, which includes 14 teams in Florida, gives recently drafted or signed players their first experience in professional baseball.
 
The Orioles GCL home games, which run through August, are open to the public at no cost. Parking also is free and located in the east lot. Spectator access is through the backfield entry south of the parking area, which is located on 12th Street just west of Tuttle Avenue. A link to the season schedule is available online at www.orioles.com/sarasota.