Iowa Cubs Start Season; Pirates, D-backs Tweak Bullpen

The Iowa Cubs kicked off their 2025 season against the Omaha Storm Chasers at Principal Park in Des Moines, with fans attending various activities, including mascot interactions and tailgating. Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Pirates finalized their bullpen for the season opener by placing right-handed pitcher Peter Strzelecki on assignment and adding left-handed pitcher Ryan Borucki, alongside Caleb Ferguson and Justin Lawrence. In contrast, the Arizona Diamondbacks had to adjust their bullpen plans due to injuries to Kevin Ginkel and Jordan Montgomery, the latter requiring Tommy John surgery, leading to the signing of left-hander Jalen Beeks to strengthen their roster.