Historic Records and Notable Wins Mark MLB Opening Day 2025

The Orioles and Dodgers shine with record-breaking performances, while the Yankees and White Sox secure significant victories.

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill set an MLB record with his sixth consecutive Opening Day home run, contributing to the team's franchise-record six homers in a 12-2 victory over the Blue Jays.
Shohei Ohtani's decisive home run helped the Los Angeles Dodgers edge the Detroit Tigers 5-4, as the reigning champions raised their World Series banner.
Yankees catcher Austin Wells made history as the first catcher to hit a leadoff home run on Opening Day, leading New York to a 4-2 win over the Brewers.
Washington Nationals pitcher MacKenzie Gore struck out 13 batters without a walk in a scoreless outing, tying an MLB record for Opening Day performances.
The Chicago White Sox, coming off a historically poor 2024 season, opened with an 8-1 win over the Angels, showcasing a promising start under new management.