10 dates Orioles fans can look forward to in 2015

2015 is officially underway. Spring training is on the horizon as it begins February 19th. Here are five days every Orioles fan should look forward to. (By Rich Dubroff)

1. April 10: Home opener

The Baltimore Orioles play their first home game of the season against the Toronto Blue Jays.

2. April 13: A-Rod comes to Camden

Alex Rodriguez is expected to play his first game in Baltimore since September 12, 2013.

3. April 27: Revamped Chicago White Sox visit

The new look Chicago White Sox will make their first appearance in Baltimore. This offseason they have added, Adam LaRoche, Melky Cabrera, Zach Duke, David Robertson and Jeff Samardzija.

4. May 15: Pujols, Trout and the LA Angels come to call

The sluggers from the Los Angeles Angels including Albert Pujols and Mike Trout will bring their talents to Baltimore for a brief series.

5. May 19: Nelson Cruz returns

Nelson Cruz, who signed with the Seattle Mariners, will play his first game back at Camden Yards after one season in Baltimore.

6. May 25: Memorial Day showdown

The Orioles get the Houston Astros for Memorial Day.

7. June 15: Orioles and Phillies renew series

Before the Nationals came to the area, the Orioles had a yearly series with the Phillies. This year, they’ll play two games with them in Baltimore followed immediately by two in Philadelphia.

8. July 10: The Beltway Series

The Nationals’ visit is the Orioles’ last series before the All-Star break. The Orioles haven’t closed the first half of the season on the road since 2011.

9. July 27: Markakis returns after surprising departure

Nick Markakis left Baltimore to sign with the Atlanta Braves, which was shock to all O's fans. He will play his first regular season game against his former team in July.

10. September 11: ALCS rematch against Royals

The Kansas City Royals will make their first trip of the season to Camden Yards. The Royals defeated the Orioles on their way to the World Series last season.