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Historic Tokyo Series: Dodgers vs. Cubs MLB Opener!

3/17/2025

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Dodgers vs. Cubs: Tokyo Series

Get ready for an electrifying start to the 2025 MLB season! The Tokyo Series kicks off on March 18-19 at the iconic Tokyo Dome, showcasing a thrilling matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs. Fans will witness history as star pitchers Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shota Imanaga become the first Japanese-born starters in an MLB opener, with live coverage in the U.S. at 6 a.m. ET.

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Betts Sidelined Early

Mookie Betts is sidelined for the Tokyo Series against the Chicago Cubs, battling a stomach virus that has cost him nearly 15 pounds. Dodgers' manager Dave Roberts mentioned that Betts might head back to the U.S. early to recuperate. In his absence, veteran Miguel Rojas steps in as shortstop for the season opener in Japan.

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Dodgers vs. Cubs: Tokyo Series

Get ready for an electrifying start to the 2025 MLB season! The Tokyo Series kicks off on March 18-19 at the iconic Tokyo Dome, showcasing a thrilling matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs. Fans will witness history as star pitchers Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shota Imanaga become the first Japanese-born starters in an MLB opener, with live coverage in the U.S. at 6 a.m. ET.

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