Jammu, March 24 -- Baltimore lost a legendary owner as Peter Angelos, who led the city's beloved Orioles franchise for over 30 years passed away at the age of 94 on March 23rd. Angelos had been battling illness for some time.

A statement from his family confirmed that Angelos passed away peacefully following a prolonged disease. They thanked the medical team who cared for him in his final years. As per his wishes, there will be a private burial service.

Angelos made his mark in Baltimore first as a prominent trial lawyer, gaining fame through high profile class action lawsuits. In 1993, he spearheaded an investment group that purchased the Orioles from Eli Jacobs for a then-record $173 million.

Under his leadership, the Orioles spent l...