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Well, the first spring training game is Saturday against the Angels. Opening day is March 26 at home against Arizona. So what better time to look at a potential opening day roster? After all, it’s not like there will be injuries and roster moves before then, right? This will definitely be the roster.
Barring anything else that could pop up, we're going to try and determine for the Atlanta Braves will look come opening day
Kreidler isn't a slam-dunk to make the Twins' roster, but he seems to be the most likely option to be the Twins' backup shortstop to begin the season. Kreidler will compete with Tristan Gray and Orlando Arcia for the backup shortstop role.
The Astros will start someone other than Framber Valdez (now a member of the Tigers) on Opening Day for the first time since 2021. Brown will receive the honors after managing a 2.43 ERA (172 ERA+) and a 3.61 strikeout-to-walk ratio in 31 starts in 2025.
The Colorado Rockies' first base situation last season wasn't the best, as former first-round draft pick Michael Toglia took a massive step back, resulting in him no longer being with the franchise. Looking ahead to 2026, the Rockies turn to several first base candidates for optimism.
Diamondbacks catcher and designated hitter Adrian Del Castillo is dealing with a left calf injury that could keep him out through Opening Day.
No. 4 Mississippi State, No. 20 Southern Miss, and Ole Miss all won their respective opening weekend series to begin their baseball seasons.
Texas Rangers manager Skip Schumaker is set to make Brandon Nimmo his leadoff man on opening day.