Game Delayed: The Opening Day game between the Minnesota Twins and St. Louis Cardinals, scheduled for March 27, 2025, at 3:15 p.m. CT in St. Louis, has been delayed due to rain. First pitch time is to be determined.
Pitching Matchup: Aces Pablo López (Twins) and Sonny Gray (Cardinals) are the scheduled starters. Both are looking to bounce back from difficult Spring Training performances (López: 0-4, 6.62 ERA; Gray: 0-3, 12.56 ERA, 8 HR allowed). Gray will be facing his former team (Twins 2022-23).
Why this matters: Starting pitching often sets the tone for the season. Both López and Gray are key figures for their rotations, and their Opening Day performance, despite spring struggles, will be closely watched. Gray's velocity, which dipped late last season and in spring, is a particular point of focus.
Notable Absences: Twins' third baseman Royce Lewis is out with a strained left hamstring, and infielder Brooks Lee starts on the IL (lower back tightness).
Broadcast Info: Fans can watch on Twins.TV (Minnesota) or FanDuel Sports Midwest (St. Louis). Radio options include TIBN, WCCO 830 (MN), KMOX 1120 AM (STL), and others.
Twins:
Matt Wallner, RF
Carlos Correa, SS
Byron Buxton, CF
Trevor Larnach, DH
Ryan Jeffers, C
Ty France, 1B
Willi Castro, 2B
Jose Miranda, 3B
Harrison Bader, LF
*Pitcher: Pablo López*
Cardinals:
Lars Nootbaar, LF
Willson Contreras, 1B
Brendan Donovan, 2B
Nolan Arenado, 3B
Alec Burleson, DH
Iván Herrera, C
Jordan Walker, RF
Victor Scott II, CF
Masyn Winn, SS
*Pitcher: Sonny Gray*
*Note:* Burleson gets the DH nod over Nolan Gorman. Nootbaar leads off despite considerations for Scott or Winn.
Pablo López (MIN): Making his third straight Opening Day start. He uses a five-pitch mix (four-seam, sweeper, changeup, curve, sinker). After a rocky first half last year, he finished strong.
Sonny Gray (STL): The 35-year-old faces his old team amidst concerns about velocity (89-90 mph in spring vs. desired 93-94 mph). He received a PRP injection late last season for forearm inflammation, potentially affecting his velocity.
Twins: Seen as a potential strength, anchored by closer Jhoan Duran, setup man Griffin Jax, and high-leverage righty Cole Sands. Danny Coulombe is the primary lefty. Louie Varland or Jorge Alcala could provide length.
Cardinals: Lefty Steven Matz may provide early innings if Gray falters. Late innings feature closer Ryan Helsley (club-record 49 saves in 2024, added a cutter), with JoJo Romero (LHP) and Phil Maton (RHP) as setup options.
Hot (Twins): Ty France (productive spring after injury-plagued 2024), Matt Wallner (showed power).
Not (Twins): Carlos Correa (poor spring results, but feels fine).
Hot (Cardinals): Willson Contreras (smooth transition to 1B, hit .405 in spring), Victor Scott II (improved swing, 4 spring HRs).
Q: When is the Twins vs. Cardinals game?
A: It was scheduled for Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 3:15 p.m. CT but has been delayed due to rain. The new start time is TBD.
Q: Where is the game being played?
A: Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri.
Q: Who are the starting pitchers?
A: Pablo López for the Minnesota Twins and Sonny Gray for the St. Louis Cardinals.
Q: How can I watch or listen?
A: TV coverage includes Twins.TV and FanDuel Sports Midwest. Radio options include TIBN, WCCO 830, The Wolf 102.9 FM (MN), KMOX 1120 AM/104.1 FM, WIJR AM 880 En Espanol (STL). Check local listings.
Check Game Time: Due to the rain delay, be sure to check for updates on the official start time before tuning in.
Pitching Performance Key: Keep an eye on Sonny Gray's velocity and Pablo López's command early on, as both look to overcome rough spring numbers.
Lineup Impact: Note the absence of Royce Lewis for the Twins and how players like Alec Burleson (Cardinals DH) and Matt Wallner (Twins RF/Leadoff) perform in their roles.
Bullpen Battle: If starters exit early, the game could come down to which bullpen executes better in the middle and late innings.
Opening Day is always full of surprises, even with a rain delay! How do you think the starting pitchers will fare after their spring struggles? Will the Twins overcome their injuries on the road?
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MLB.com: Opening Day FAQ: Twins vs. Cardinals
SI.com: Information on game delay.
Yahoo Sports: General MLB Opening Day context and scheduling.
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