Brief
Baltimore Orioles cut more than two dozen staff, including mascot performers
Layoffs at the MLB club hit business, graphic design and mascot positions, the team said in an internal memo.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The Baltimore Orioles announced a round of layoffs on Tuesday that affected more than two dozen employees, according to multiple outlets citing the team’s internal memo.
What happened
The cuts spanned the business department, ticket sales, graphic design and the mascot program, eliminating the roles of The Oriole Bird and Mr. Splash, the water‑spraying mascot introduced in May 2023.
What the reports add
The New York Post reported that the Baltimore Banner said the number let go was at least in the teens, while The Athletic noted the layoffs touched every area of the organization. A team spokesperson confirmed the business department was among those affected but declined comment on individual employees.
What was said
Catie Griggs, president of business operations, wrote in the memo, “Today we made difficult changes to our business, reshaping some roles and reporting lines and saying goodbye to colleagues.” She added that the club will continue recruiting for critical roles.
How it came about
The layoffs occur as MLB playoffs continue and speculation grows about a possible lockout when the current collective bargaining agreement expires in December.
Key facts
- The Orioles laid off more than two dozen employees across multiple departments. (nypost.com)
- Mascot performers The Oriole Bird and Mr. Splash were among those let go. (nypost.com)
- President of business operations Catie Griggs communicated the cuts in an internal memo. (nypost.com)
Sources
- [1] nypost.com — originally reported as “Orioles mascot among organization’s mass layoff ‘bloodbath’”
