Essex orioles fan knocks it out of the park with $182k maryland lottery jackpot
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Essex Orioles fan knocks it out of the park with $182K Maryland Lottery jackpot

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July 23, 2026
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Home Run Riches FAST PLAY ticket sold in Parkton delivers progressive prize

BALTIMORE, MD — An Essex man who spends much of his free time cheering on the Orioles and Ravens has scored a win of his own after a $5 Maryland Lottery FAST PLAY ticket turned into a $182,263 progressive jackpot.

The lifelong Orioles and Ravens fan claimed the $182,263 Home Run Riches Walk-Off Winnings jackpot on Wednesday at Maryland Lottery headquarters in Baltimore.

The winner said he regularly buys Maryland Lottery games connected to his favorite teams because of their second-chance promotions, including opportunities to win Ravens season tickets or become a Home Run Riches Contestant of the Game.

Despite never being selected in those drawings, he did not need a second chance when he purchased the winning ticket on July 2.

“I probably spend more time at the stadiums than I do at home,” the winner told lottery officials.

In addition to holding Orioles season tickets, he works part-time at concession stands at both Oriole Park at Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium while maintaining a full-time job.

The Essex resident said much of his winnings will go toward home improvements, repairs and paying off credit card debt.

The winning $5 Home Run Riches FAST PLAY ticket was purchased at the High’s convenience store located at 19200 Middletown Road in Parkton.

As the selling retailer, the store will receive a $1,000 bonus from the Maryland Lottery.

Key Points

  • An Essex resident won a $182,263 Home Run Riches FAST PLAY progressive jackpot.
  • The winner plans to use the money for home improvements and to pay off credit cards.
  • The winning ticket was sold at High’s in Parkton, earning the retailer a $1,000 bonus.
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