2025 MLB Opening Day starter tracker: Yankees make call after Gerrit Cole injury, Mets tab free-agent signing

Major League Baseball’s 2025 Opening Day is approaching, and teams are finalizing their starting pitchers for the first game of the season. Updates on Opening Day starters are being tracked, with notable pitchers like Corbin Burnes, Luis Severino, Chris Sale, Zack Eflin, Garrett Crochet, and Shane Bieber among those expected to take the mound. The honor of being named an Opening Day starter is significant, and the anticipation is building as teams prepare to kick off the new season. The Guardians will face the Royals in Kansas City on Opening Day, with Seth Lugo or Cole Ragans likely to start for the Royals. The Astros will have Framber Valdez on the mound against the Mets, while the Angels will start Yusei Kikuchi against the White Sox. The Marlins will have Sandy Alcantara facing the Pirates, the Brewers will start Freddy Peralta against the Yankees, and the Twins will have Jorge López pitching against the Cardinals. The Mets will have Corey Holmes starting against the Astros, with Carlos Rodón starting for the Yankees due to Gerrit Cole’s injury. The upcoming MLB season will see several changes in Opening Day starters, including the absence of Aaron Nola for the Phillies and the potential return of Sonny Gray for the Cardinals. Notable pitchers like Luis Castillo for the Mariners and Nathan Eovaldi for the Rangers could also take the mound for their respective teams. Additionally, young talents like Paul Skenes for the Pirates and MacKenzie Gore for the Nationals are expected to make an impact. The Giants will rely on Logan Webb, while the Rays will welcome back Shane McClanahan from injury. The Blue Jays have options in José Berríos and Kevin Gausman, while the Padres are undecided between Dylan Cease and Michael King. Overall, the new season promises exciting matchups and potential breakout performances from these pitchers. the text you provide.

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