MLB Opening Day 2025: Schedule, matchups, previews and more

Mar 18, 2025, 04:30 PM ET

The major league regular season kicked off in Japan this week — meaning MLB opening week is just around the corner.

On March 27, 28 of 30 MLB teams will play in 14 Opening Day games. ESPN will broadcast two of them: the first of the day, Brewers-Yankees, in the late afternoon and a prime-time matchup between the reigning champion Dodgers and the Tigers. Meanwhile, the Rays and Rockies will play their first game the following day, March 28.

Thirty of the best pitchers across the majors will take the mound, including 22 All-Stars, four pitchers who will be debuting for new clubs and one who will become the fastest top overall pick to take the mound in a season opener.

What are the most important things to know from the offseason going into the 162-game marathon that is the 2025 season? What are the most exciting matchups on March 27? What are some storylines to watch?

We have you covered on everything you need to be prepared for Opening Day, from season previews and analysis to the schedule.