MLB's 2025 Season to Begin with Dodgers-Cubs Tokyo Series

The Dodgers and Cubs will play two regular-season games at the Tokyo Dome on March 18-19, showcasing Japanese baseball stars and MLB's global outreach.

• The 2025 MLB season opener marks the 10th time the league has started outside the U.S. and Canada, with the Dodgers and Cubs facing off in Tokyo on March 18-19.
• Japanese stars Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Roki Sasaki (Dodgers) and Shota Imanaga and Seiya Suzuki (Cubs) will play pivotal roles, with Ohtani's return to Japan generating immense excitement.
• The Tokyo Dome will host the games, continuing its legacy as a premier venue for international baseball events and a centerpiece of Japan's baseball culture.
• Both teams will also play exhibition games against Nippon Professional Baseball teams in the days leading up to the series, further engaging local fans.
• A variety of community events, including fan festivals, interactive exhibits, and public watch parties, are planned to celebrate MLB's presence in Japan and connect with its global fanbase.

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