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MLB’s 2023 opening day is finally here!
All 30 teams will play 15 games on Thursday, with 30 of the major’s best pitchers on the mound and eight Cy Young Award winners headlining.
ESPN will broadcast some of the weekend’s most exciting games, including the season opener between the reigning champion Astros and the former 2020 MVP, the White Sox. The primetime opening night showdown will also feature Houston’s World Series his banner hoisting and festivities.
What opening weekend games can you watch on ESPN? We’ve got you covered.
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Thursday, March 30
Pitching Matchup: Aaron Nora vs. Jacob deGrom
How to watch: ESPN+
Pitching Matchup: Dylan Seeds vs. Flamber Valdes
How to watch: ESPN
Friday, March 31st
Pitching Matchup: Meryl Kelly vs. Dustin May
How to watch: ESPN+
April 2nd (Sun)
Pitching Matchup: TBD vs. Domingo German
How to watch: ESPN+
Pitching Matchup: Bailey Folter vs. Martin Perez
How to watch: ESPN