dailyloe.com – The Arizona Diamondbacks host the Detroit Tigers for their 2026 MLB home opener on Monday, March 30th at Chase Field in Phoenix. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. local time under an open stadium roof. The game features a notable pitching matchup between two veteran right-handers.
Diamondbacks starter Michael Soroka will make his debut for the team after an offseason signing. Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander makes his official return to Detroit after last pitching for them in 2017. This marks a significant moment for both pitchers’ careers.
Stadium gates will open at 5 p.m. for the general public. Advantage members gain early entry at 4:30 p.m. Local road closures are in effect due to nearby NCAA Women’s Final Four events.
Pregame festivities are set to begin at 6:30 p.m. An eight-year-old Little League survivor will throw the ceremonial first pitch. A blind, self-taught clarinetist will perform the national anthem.
Three Diamondbacks players will be honored for winning 2025 National League Silver Slugger Awards. The Budweiser Clydesdales will be available for photos outside the stadium. Evening temperatures are forecast to be in the 80s Fahrenheit.[]
Source: The Arizona Republic
