MLB opening day starting pitcher matchups: Who's on the mound for each team?
The 2026 MLB season is set to begin with each team putting its best foot (errr, arm) forward. See who's set to take the mound on opening day.
The 2026 MLB season is upon us, with nothing but possibilities and dreams of October celebrations ahead. The journey begins on opening day as each team puts its best foot (or in this case, arm) forward in an effort to get off to that coveted 1-0 start. Here is a look at the 30 pitchers who have earned the honor of being their team's opening day starter.
Some are established veterans with plenty of experience in the role. Others are getting the call for the first time. And still others are being thrust into the maelstrom due to injuries or other complications.
No matter the circumstances, the feeling is the same. Let's play ball! 2026 opening day starting pitchers Here's the schedule for the first three days of the 2026 MLB season, with each team's opening day starting pitcher in parentheses.
All times Eastern Wednesday, March 25 New York Yankees (Max Fried) at San Francisco Giants (Logan Webb), 8:05 p. m. − BUY TICKETS Thursday, March 26 Pittsburgh Pirates (Paul Skenes) at New York Mets (Freddy Peralta), 1:15 p.