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Mike Trout hit a solo home run and reached base four times, powering the Los Angeles Angels to a 3-0 victory over the Houston Astros in their season opener at Daikin Park. Right-hander José Soriano delivered six scoreless innings with seven strikeouts in his first career Opening Day start. The win marked manager Kurt Suzuki's debut.

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The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Minnesota Twins 2-1 on Opening Day at Camden Yards, ending outfielder Tyler O'Neill's record streak of six consecutive Opening Day home runs. Trevor Rogers pitched seven scoreless innings in the victory, while new manager Craig Albernaz earned his first MLB win. O'Neill contributed with a single, walk and run scored in the tight contest.

The San Diego Padres placed right-hander Yu Darvish on the restricted list Wednesday, finalizing their 26-man roster ahead of Thursday's season opener against the Detroit Tigers at Petco Park. This follows Darvish's January refutation of retirement rumors, where he indicated he was leaning toward voiding his contract while focusing on elbow rehab. Recovering from right elbow surgery, Darvish will miss the 2026 season, freeing a spot on the 40-man roster and potentially $15 million in payroll.

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Major League Baseball begins using the automated ball-strike challenge system this season, allowing teams to appeal certain calls while human umpires handle most pitches. Each team receives two challenges per game, retaining successful ones. The system, tested extensively in the minors, features personalized strike zones for players.

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a six-year, $115 million contract extension with center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, keeping him through the 2032 season. The deal, which is pending a physical and includes potential escalators to $133 million, buys out his first two free-agent years. Crow-Armstrong, turning 24 on Wednesday, follows a breakout 2025 season with 31 home runs and 35 stolen bases.

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Former Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto has gifted a custom-built street clock to the city and the team, installed just in time for Opening Day at Great American Ball Park. The 16-foot-tall timepiece features Reds branding and chimes classic baseball tunes. Votto expressed excitement about enhancing the fan experience with the donation.