March 28, 2025
NEW YORK — The New York Yankees commenced their 2025 Major League Baseball season with a 4-2 triumph over the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium on March 27. The game showcased strong performances from both seasoned and emerging talents, setting an optimistic tone for the season ahead.
Game Highlights:
- Pitching Excellence: Starting pitcher Carlos Rodón delivered a stellar performance, pitching into the sixth inning and allowing one run on four hits while striking out seven batters.
- Historic Leadoff: Catcher Austin Wells made history by hitting a leadoff home run, becoming the first catcher in MLB history to achieve this feat on Opening Day.
- Rookie Impact: Shortstop Anthony Volpe contributed with a solo home run, marking a promising start to his rookie season.
- Closing Debut: Newly acquired closer Devin Williams secured the save against his former team, the Brewers, despite loading the bases in the ninth inning.
Off-Field Developments:
- Broadcast Dispute: A contract dispute between Comcast and YES Network threatens potential TV blackouts for Yankees fans in the New York area. If unresolved, Comcast subscribers may miss upcoming games, including Saturday’s home matchup against the Brewers.
- Team Projections: Despite a challenging offseason, analysts predict the Yankees will lead the AL East, with Aaron Judge expected to continue his dominance, potentially leading the league in home runs and Wins Above Replacement (WAR).
- Economic Impact: Mayor Eric Adams announced that home games for the Yankees and Mets are projected to generate over $900 million in economic activity for New York City during the 2025 MLB regular season, highlighting the teams’ significant contributions to the local economy.
Upcoming Schedule:
The Yankees will continue their series against the Milwaukee Brewers with games scheduled for March 29 and March 30 at Yankee Stadium. Following this, they will host the Arizona Diamondbacks from April 1 to April 3.
