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Orioles announce ceremonial first pitch and astonishing National Anthem artist

On Friday, Oct. 6 the Baltimore Orioles announced that Adam Jones will throw the ceremonial first pitch at game one of the American League Division Series.

Jones was acquired by the O's from the Seattle Mariners in 2008, Jones went on to spend 11 seasons with Baltimore.

Jones ranks fourth in Orioles history in at-bats and total bases, fifth in runs scored, home runs, RBI, and extra-base hits, seventh in doubles, eighth in hits and total games played, 10th in triples, and tied for 10th in stolen bases.

While in Baltimore, Jones earned five All-Star selections, six Heart and Hustle Award nominations, four Gold Glove Awards, three Most Valuable Oriole recognitions, and one Silver Slugger Award.