2024 Opening Day Starter Update: Yankees Choose New Pitcher as Gerrit Cole Injures, Mariners Pick Luis Castillo

TBA. Zac Gallen’s looking like the guy to watch, after his stellar performance last year. He snagged third in the NL Cy Young voting. And the year before? Fifth. This would mark his second Opening Day start. The Diamondbacks are gearing up to host the Rockies for the season’s kick-off.

TBA again. But for the Braves, it’s a toss-up. Max Fried’s been the go-to for the last three Opening Days. Yet, with a lineup like Charlie Morton, Chris Sale, and Spencer Strider, Atlanta’s spoilt for choice. They’re hitting the road to Philly for the 2024 season opener.

RHP Corbin Burnes steps up. Snagged in a late trade, he’s been the talk of the town. Especially since Kyle Bradish is on the bench with an elbow issue. Burnes is aiming for his fifth top-10 Cy Young finish. The Orioles are hosting the Angels to get things rolling.

TBA. With Chris Sale traded, Boston’s opener could be anyone’s game. Lucas Giolito or maybe Brayan Bello? The Red Sox are Seattle-bound for their first game.

LHP Justin Steele is the man for the Cubs. After finishing fifth in the Cy Young race and boasting a 3.06 ERA, he’s ready. The Cubs are off to face the World Series champs, the Rangers, on the road.

TBA: Plot twist – Dylan Cease was traded to the Padres last Wednesday. The White Sox will welcome Detroit at home to start the season.

RHP Frankie Montas got the nod from the Reds, surprising some over Hunter Greene. With a third Opening Day start under his belt, Montas brings experience to the mound. Manager David Bell cited his veteran status as a key factor.

TBA. Shane Bieber’s been the Opening Day guy for four years. If he stays, he’ll make it five. The Guardians are off to Oakland.

TBA. With Germán Márquez out, Kyle Freeland, the Denver native, seems the likely choice for the Rockies. They’re starting in Arizona against the NL champs.

LHP Tarik Skubal is Detroit’s pick, announced on March 1. Despite new veteran faces, Skubal’s 2.80 ERA post-injury secured his spot. The Tigers are off to face the White Sox.

LHP Framber Valdez is up for the Astros, making it his third Opening Day start. With Verlander sidelined, Valdez steps in. Houston’s hosting the Yankees to kick off 2024.

LHP Cole Ragans is the Royals’ choice, a surprise after the Chapman trade. With 89 strikeouts and a 2.64 ERA last year, he’s set to start against the Twins.

TBA. Post-Ohtani era, the Angels are looking at Detmers, Canning, or Sandoval for the opener. They’re heading to Baltimore.

RHP Tyler Glasnow is Dodgers’ pick, breaking a streak of different starters. They’re starting with a bang against the Padres in South Korea.

LHP Jesús Luzardo steps up for Miami, with Alcantara out. After a strong 2023, he’s opening against the Pirates.

RHP Freddy Peralta is Milwaukee’s choice, a first for him. With a solid season behind him, he’s leading the Brewers against the Mets.

RHP Pablo López repeats for the Twins, marking a consecutive start. After a standout year, he’s opening in Kansas City.

LHP José Quintana gets the Mets’ opener, his second career start on such an occasion. The Mets are hosting the Brewers.

LHP Nestor Cortes steps in for the Yankees, with Cole sidelined. Facing the Astros, it’s a chance to start fresh.

TBA. The A’s decision is between Sears and Blackburn. They’re hosting the Guardians.

RHP Zack Wheeler takes the Phillies’ opener, ending Nola’s streak. They’re up against the Braves at home.

RHP Mitch Keller gets another go for the Pirates, marking consecutive starts. They’re off to Miami.

RHP Miles Mikolas steps in for the Cardinals, with Gray injured. They’re facing the Dodgers.

RHP Yu Darvish is San Diego’s choice, his third in four years. The Padres and Dodgers are kicking off in Seoul.

TBA. Logan Webb is likely for the Giants after a strong year. They’re facing the Padres.

RHP Luis Castillo is back for Seattle’s opener, announced on March 18. They’re hosting the Red Sox.

TBA. The Rays might lean on Eflin or Civale, with McClanahan and Glasnow out. They’re hosting the Blue Jays.

TBA. With deGrom and Scherzer out, Eovaldi might step up for the Rangers. They’re hosting the Cubs.

TBA. Kevin Gausman is the likely pick for the Blue Jays, after a strong season. They’re off to face the Rays.

RHP Josiah Gray is Washington’s choice, a first for him. The Nationals are starting in Cincinnati.