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The 2025 MLB season opens with Dodgers vs. Cubs in Tokyo, featuring significant player transactions and upcoming free agency decisions.

The 2025 Major League Baseball season is poised to launch with an exciting two-game series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs in Tokyo, Japan, on March 18-19. Following this international opener, the regular season will commence on March 27 and run through September 28. The Dodgers, fresh off their 2024 World Series victory, are looking to defend their title with a strong roster.

In recent transactions, teams have been active in reshaping their lineups. The Atlanta Braves have signed Dany Jimenez to a minor league contract, while the Baltimore Orioles made headlines by acquiring Jacob Amaya off waivers from the Chicago White Sox and designating Roansy Contreras for assignment. The New York Mets have added Jesse Winker on a one-year deal and brought in Austin Warren from San Francisco via waivers.

The New York Yankees have also been busy, trading for Michael Arias from the Chicago Cubs for cash considerations. Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Pirates secured Brett de Geus from Toronto and signed DJ Stewart to a minor league contract. The Boston Red Sox traded for Blake Sabol from San Francisco, exchanging international bonus pool space, and designated Chase Shugart for assignment.

Other notable moves include the Colorado Rockies signing Nick Martini and Keston Hiura to minor league contracts, while the Detroit Tigers added Tomas Nido to their minor league roster. The Seattle Mariners outrighted Austin Kitchen to the minors and traded Blake Hunt from Baltimore for cash considerations, designating Samad Taylor for assignment. The Washington Nationals have signed Franchy Cordero to a minor league contract.

As teams prepare for the upcoming season, several key players are set to become free agents. The Baltimore Orioles face decisions regarding ace pitcher Corbin Burnes and outfielder Anthony Santander. The Boston Red Sox have gaps in their rotation and bullpen, with several players, including O`Neill and Pivetta, heading towards free agency. The New York Yankees must consider Gerrit Cole`s opt-out clause, while the Cleveland Guardians could lose Shane Bieber after his Tommy John surgery. The Miami Marlins, having traded away veterans, now boast a youthful roster with minimal pending free agents.

For more details on transactions, visit MLB Transactions, and for the full schedule, check out 2025 MLB Schedule.

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