Baltimore Orioles Owner Gives Team Crucial Reminder Before Season Begins

"I just hope when you're playing baseball for the Orioles, you realize that you carry the hopes and dreams of so many people," Rubenstein said. "People really look at you as their heroes. You're their role models, and I think you should feel privileged to be able to do this."

Rubenstein reminded his players how hard it is to be Major Leaguers and the responsibility they have to the community. Fans look up to them, so it's important for them to conduct themselves professionally on and off the field.

The 75-year-old Baltimore native also expressed his confidence in the team's ability to win its first World Series since 1983 this season.

"If you guys pull together, I have no doubt you can get there," Rubenstein said. "You have the talent to be the World Series champion. You have the talent to be the best team in baseball. You just have to pull together."

Coming off back-to-back postseason appearances and loaded with young talent, the Orioles are considered one of the best teams in baseball. However, they need to prove it in October, as they haven't won a playoff game since 2014.

Rubenstein closed by emphasizing ownership's support and commitment to winning to a title.

"I really want to do everything I can, along with (co-owner) Mike Arougheti and others, to make sure it's possible for you to win a World Series this year," Rubenstein said. "I hope you'll always feel that we have your back. We'll do everything we can to help you, and hopefully we'll see you all in the World Series."

Ownership has done its part by investing in the team and bringing in talent.

Now it's up to the players play hard, do their best and try to win a championship.

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