It was time for Dodger baseball well before the sun came up in Los Angeles, and for the second consecutive game, the Los Angeles Dodgers used a big fifth inning to propel them to victory.
On Tuesday night in Japan (Tuesday morning in Los Angeles), the Dodgers opened the 2025 season with a 4-1 win over the Chicago Cubs at the Tokyo Dome.
The pregame festivities showcased a touch of Japanese flair, with players being welcomed by giant Pikachus as they were introduced in the starting lineup.
But it was hard not to notice who was missing from the Dodgers lineup, specifically within the first three batters.