Blue Jays and Orioles Face Off to Begin Pivotal 2025 MLB Season

Toronto seeks a strong start to avoid a potential rebuild, while Baltimore aims to prove its staying power despite offseason challenges.

The Toronto Blue Jays open the season with pressure to perform as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette enter the final year of their contracts, raising questions about the team's future.
Toronto bolstered its roster with key offseason additions, including Anthony Santander, Max Scherzer, and Andres Gimenez, but faces early bullpen injury concerns.
The Baltimore Orioles, coming off two consecutive postseason appearances, are navigating pitching injuries to Kyle Bradish and Grayson Rodriguez as they aim to remain competitive.
Despite a quiet offseason, Baltimore added players like Tyler O’Neill and Tomoyuki Sugano, though concerns linger about the team's depth and playoff potential.
Both teams are set to begin their AL East campaigns in Toronto on Thursday, with early-season performance likely shaping their strategies for the year.