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Major League Baseball is about to sing “play ball”, and with it begins to define the possible lineups and starting rotations that the 30 teams will present.
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THIS ONE FROM THE AMERICAN LEAGUE
Toronto Blue Jays
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Toronto Blue Jays will have to reconfigure their offense after Bo Bichette’s departure. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will be the central axis of the lineup, while the rotation would be headed by Dylan Cease and Kevin Gausman, with Shane Bieber reinforcing the group. José Berríos appears as a deep option in case of moves.
Baltimore Orioles
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Baltimore Orioles present a balanced offense led by Gunnar Henderson and Pete Alonso. On the mound, Kyle Bradish is aiming as the Opening Day starter, although Zach Eflin’s health could influence the plans.
Tampa Bay Rays
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Tampa Bay Rays are betting on speed and power at the top of the order with Chandler Simpson and Junior Caminero. The big question is the full return of Shane McClanahan, who would lead a rotation with Drew Rasmussen and Ryan Pepiot.
Boston Red Sox
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Boston Red Sox look renewed after an aggressive offseason. Roman Anthony and Willson Contreras add offensive depth, while Garrett Crochet and Ranger Suárez lead a rotation that promises greater solidity.
New York Yankees
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New York Yankees keep Aaron Judge as an offensive reference, accompanied by Cody Bellinger and Giancarlo Stanton. The rotation will initially depend on Max Fried, while they await the return of Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón after surgery.
AMERICAN LEAGUE CENTRAL
Cleveland Guardians
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Cleveland Guardians are betting on a young lineup around José Ramírez. In the rotation, Tanner Bibee and Gavin Williams are competing to open the first game.
Detroit Tigers
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Detroit Tigers boast a powerful left-handed duo with Tarik Skubal and Framber Valdez leading the pitching. Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson lead the offense.
Minnesota Twins
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Minnesota Twins have depth in their rotation, led by Pablo López and Joe Ryan, while Byron Buxton is once again a key piece in the lineup.
🔹 AMERICAN LEAGUE WEST
Houston Astros
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Houston Astros maintain a competitive core with José Altuve and Yordan Álvarez. They are expected to start with a six-man rotation, led by Hunter Brown.
Seattle Mariners
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Seattle Mariners could have one of the best rotations in baseball with Logan Gilbert, Luis Castillo, and George Kirby, as long as health is on their side.
THIS OF THE NATIONAL LEAGUE
Philadelphia Phillies
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Philadelphia Phillies could start the season with left-hander Cristopher Sánchez as the Opening Day starter, followed by Jesús Luzardo and Aaron Nola. Bryce Harper and Trea Turner continue as offensive leaders while Zack Wheeler recovers.
New York Mets
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New York Mets are shaping up a stellar lineup with Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto. Freddy Peralta leads a possible six-man rotation.
NATIONAL LEAGUE WEST
Los Angeles Dodgers
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Los Angeles Dodgers could present one of the most impressive rotations in recent history with Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow, and Shohei Ohtani. On offense, Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts make up an elite trident.
San Diego Padres
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San Diego Padres continue to reinforce their pitching, with Nick Pivetta projected as the starting pitcher for the first game, while Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado lead the offense.
