The 2026 MLB season kicks off with an exciting matchup as the Arizona Diamondbacks take on the Los Angeles Dodgers. This highly anticipated game is set for March 26, 2026, at 8:30 p.m. ET, taking place at Dodger Stadium.
Game Overview
The starting pitcher for the Dodgers will be Yoshinobu Yamamoto, while Zac Gallen is expected to take the mound for the Diamondbacks. Fans are eager to see how both teams perform in this opening game.
Injury Reports
Both teams are dealing with injuries that could impact their performance:
- Los Angeles Dodgers:
- Tommy Edman: 10 Day IL (Ankle)
- Gavin Stone: 15 Day IL (Shoulder)
- Jake Cousins: 15 Day IL (Elbow)
- Brock Stewart: 15 Day IL (Shoulder)
- Brusdar Graterol: 15 Day IL (Shoulder)
- Blake Snell: 15 Day IL (Shoulder)
- Landon Knack: 15 Day IL (Undisclosed)
- Bobby Miller: 60 Day IL (Shoulder)
- Kiké Hernández: 60 Day IL (Elbow)
- Evan Phillips: 60 Day IL (Elbow)
- Arizona Diamondbacks:
- Lourdes Gurriel Jr.: 10 Day IL (Knee)
- Adrian Del Castillo: 10 Day IL (Calf)
- Tyler Locklear: 10 Day IL (Elbow)
- Merrill Kelly: 15 Day IL (Back)
- A.J. Puk: 60 Day IL (Elbow)
- Cristian Mena: 60 Day IL (Shoulder)
- Blake Walston: 60 Day IL (Elbow)
- Corbin Burnes: 60 Day IL (Elbow)
- Andrew Saalfrank: 60 Day IL (Shoulder)
- Justin Martinez: 60 Day IL (Elbow)
Key Player Stats from 2025
- Shohei Ohtani: 172 base hits, OBP of .392, slugging percentage of .622
- Kyle Tucker: .266 batting average, OPS of .841
- Geraldo Perdomo: OBP of .389, slugging percentage of .462
- Corbin Carroll: .259 batting average, OPS of .883
Where to Watch Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers
The game will be available to fans via various streaming platforms. For detailed TV and streaming information regarding the matchup, please check local listings and official MLB streaming options.
Don’t miss out on this thrilling start to the 2026 season, as the Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers battle it out on the diamond.
