Orioles to auction off game-worn hats for charity

BRADENTON, Fla. -- The Orioles' game-worn and autographed black and green cartoon bird caps from Wednesday's game are currently being auctioned online at www.orioles.com/auction, to benefit the animal hospitals at Mote Marine Laboratory.

The Sarasota-based hospitals treat sick and injured dolphins, small whales and sea turtles with the goal of returning them to the wild. Fans can learn more about Mote's animal hospitals at the OriolesREACH community booth on the main concourse during the game.

The caps were originally to be worn in honor of St. Patrick's Day on Monday before their split-squad games vs. the Phillies and the Twins were each rained out.

Fans can bid online for these caps from noon Thursday through Monday, March 24 at 11:59 p.m. ET.