Orioles’ Jersey of the Game-Boog Powell

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In 14 seasons with the Orioles, Boog Powell hit 303 home runs and was the first baseman on World Series’ winning teams in 1966 and 1970. He’s still popular at Camden Yards with his “Boog’s Barbecue” stand on Eutaw Street.

Jersey Worn by: 

Dwight Mikesell

Sarasota, Florida

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What’s the Story? 

I played first base, and he was my favorite player.”

Rich Dubroff

Rich Dubroff grew up in Brooklyn as a fan of New York teams, but after he moved to Baltimore, quickly adopted the Orioles and Colts. After nearly two decades as a freelancer assisting on Orioles coverage for several outlets, principally The Capital in Annapolis and The Carroll County Times, Dubroff began covering the team fulltime in 2011. He spent five years at Comcast SportsNet’s website and for the last two seasons, wrote for PressBoxonline.com, Dubroff lives in Baltimore with his wife of more than 30 years, Susan.

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