MLB Season Opens with Historic Performances and Delayed Game for Rays
The 2025 MLB season is underway, highlighted by record-breaking feats and logistical challenges as the Tampa Bay Rays prepare for their delayed opener.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers, reigning World Series champions, started strong with three consecutive wins, including a 5-4 victory over the Tigers on Opening Day in the U.S.
- Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill set an MLB record by hitting a home run on Opening Day for the sixth consecutive season, contributing to the team's six-homer game in a 12-2 win over the Blue Jays.
- MacKenzie Gore of the Washington Nationals struck out 13 batters in a scoreless outing, setting a franchise Opening Day record and tying a historic MLB mark.
- The Tampa Bay Rays' season opener was postponed to March 28 due to Hurricane Milton's damage to Tropicana Field, with their game against the Rockies relocated to Steinbrenner Field.
- The Miami Marlins secured their first-ever Opening Day walk-off victory, defeating the Pirates 5-4 with a decisive hit from Kyle Stowers in the ninth inning.
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