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While the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to recover from the high of winning their eighth MLB title, beating the New York Yankees in the 2024 World Series, MLB is busy creating next season’s schedule.
Some of the key dates have already been established in the summer, although The most attractive matchups of 2025 will be determined by how the last campaign ended. The Dodgers as champions, the Yankees as runners-up, and the Guardians and Mets as runners-up in the American League and National League, respectively.
What we already know is that the city of Atlanta will host the All-Star Game. The 95th All-Star Game will take place on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Truist Park, home of the Braves.
Something that will be important is that this year there will be no games in Mexico or Puerto Rico. Commissioner Rob Manfred revealed that this year there were not enough financial incentives to have games outside the United States. MLB plans a return to Mexico City in 20206. The other option to have games abroad was Paris, France, but Major League Baseball did not find the right promoter.
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When does the 2025 Major League Baseball season start?
We also know the start and end dates of the new season. The Dodgers and Cubs will face each other in the Tokyo Series as part of the MLB World Tour. It will be the sixth time a season begins in the Japanese capital, marking the 25th anniversary of the first regular season game played in Japan in 2000 between the Cubs and the New York Mets. The Tokyo Series will be held from March 18 to 19, 2025, with all matches taking place at the Tokyo Dome.
When is MLB Opening Day 2025?
The Tokyo Series will raise the curtain on the opening day, in which all 30 teams will take action. The 15 games are scheduled for Thursday, March 27, 2025the earliest start in league history. In the 2025 regular season, each team will play six games against its biggest interleague rival, instead of four.
Rivalry Weekend will take place from May 16 to 18 and 11 of the 15 series will be matchups between the main interleague rivals. Some of them are Mets vs Yankees, Angels vs Dodgers, White Sox vs Cubs and Cardinals vs Royals, along with four non-interleague matchups: Pirates vs Phillies and Astros vs Rangers.
The 2025 regular season will conclude on Sunday, September 28.
Pitchers and catchers will report to spring training, which will begin on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
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**How does the article highlight the tension between MLB’s desire for global expansion and the potential financial implications of hosting games outside the United States?**
## World Today News Presents: Looking Ahead to an Exciting 2025 MLB Season
**Introduction:**
Welcome back to World Today News! Today we’re diving deep into the exciting world of Major League Baseball as we look ahead to the 2025 season. Joining us today are two esteemed guests: **[Guest 1 Name]**, a renowned baseball analyst, and **[Guest 2 Name]**, a seasoned sports journalist specializing in MLB. Welcome to both of you!
**Section 1: The Aftermath of the 2024 World Series and Shaping the 2025 Season**
**Host:** The Dodgers’ recent World Series victory against the Yankees has surely set the stage for a thrilling 2025 season. [Guest 1 Name], how do you think the results of the last playoffs will influence scheduling decisions and team rivalries going into next year?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**Host:** [Guest 2 Name], building on that, how important is it for MLB to create compelling matchups that fans are eager to see, especially considering the lingering excitement from this year’s championship run?
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Section 2: The 2025 All-Star Game and International Expansion**
**Host:** Atlanta will be hosting the 95th All-Star Game in 2025. [Guest 2 Name], what do you think makes Atlanta a prime location for this exciting event?
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Host:** Commissioner Manfred’s decision to forego games in Mexico and Puerto Rico for 2025 has sparked some debate. [Guest 1 Name], what are your thoughts on this strategy, and did the commissioner’s reasoning regarding financial incentives resonate with you?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**Host:** Looking ahead, MLB has expressed its intention to return to Mexico City in 2026. Do you think this is a good sign for the league’s international expansion plans, and what potential challenges might arise?
**[Guest 2 Response]**
**Section 3: Innovations & Early Start for the 2025 Season**
**Host:** The 2025 season will start with the Tokyo Series between the Dodgers and the Cubs, marking a significant milestone in MLB’s history.
[Guest 1 Name], what are the benefits and drawbacks of these “World Tour” series, and do you think they effectively promote global interest in baseball?
**[Guest 1 Response]**
**Host:** The league is also experimenting with an earlier start to the regular season, beginning on March 27th. What implications could this have for players, teams, and fan engagement?
**[Guest 2 Response]**
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Section 4: Looking Ahead to the Future of MLB
**Host:** as we conclude, both of you have touched upon some exciting changes and innovations coming to the 2025 MLB season. What are your biggest hopes and predictions for the future of the league?
**[Both Guests Respond]**
**Conclusion:**
Thank you both for providing such insightful perspectives on the upcoming 2025 MLB season. It’s clear that there are many exciting developments to look forward to, both on and off the field. Stay tuned to World Today News for all the latest updates and analysis as baseball gears up for another unforgettable season.
