4/21/25

Baseball fans, buckle up! The upcoming week in MLB is loaded with high-stakes matchups, breakout performances, and classic rivalries that will keep us glued to the action. Whether you’re following the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry, tracking MVP contenders, or just looking for great baseball, this week has something for everyone.

Monday’s Must-Watch Games

• Boston Red Sox vs. Chicago White Sox (11:10 AM EST, Fenway Park, NESN)
• The Red Sox kick off the week with an early Patriots’ Day game, a tradition that always delivers excitement. Can Boston’s young core keep their momentum going?
• Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees (6:10 PM EST, Progressive Field, YES)
• The Yankees are looking to bounce back after a tough series. Will Aaron Judge and Juan Soto power them past the Guardians?
• New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies (7:10 PM EST, Citi Field, SNY)
• A NL East showdown featuring Bryce Harper vs. Francisco Lindor—expect fireworks!

Midweek Showdowns

• Atlanta Braves vs. St. Louis Cardinals (Wednesday, 7:15 PM EST, Truist Park)
• The Braves are rolling, but the Cardinals are hungry for a statement win. Watch out for Ronald Acuña Jr. to put on a show.
• San Diego Padres vs. Detroit Tigers (Thursday, 6:40 PM EST, Comerica Park)
• The Padres are heating up, and Fernando Tatís Jr. is looking unstoppable. Can the Tigers’ pitching staff slow them down?

Weekend Blockbusters

• Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs (Friday, 9:30 PM EST, Wrigley Field)
• Mookie Betts vs. Cody Bellinger—a battle of former teammates with plenty of drama.
• Houston Astros vs. St. Louis Cardinals (Saturday, 7:30 PM EST, Busch Stadium)
• The Astros are eyeing another deep playoff run, but the Cardinals won’t go down easy.
• New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles (Sunday, 7:00 PM EST, ESPN)
• Prime-time baseball featuring two teams battling for AL East supremacy.

Players to Watch

• Shohei Ohtani (Dodgers) – Can he continue his MVP-level dominance?
• Elly De La Cruz (Reds) – The fastest player in baseball is making waves.
• Spencer Strider (Braves) – His strikeout numbers are off the charts.

Final Thoughts

This week is packed with rivalries, rising stars, and playoff implications. Whether you’re tuning in for Patriots’ Day baseball, a Yankees showdown, or a West Coast battle, there’s no shortage of excitement.

What game are you most excited for? Let’s talk baseball!