The Pittsburgh Penguins won their home opener against the New York Islanders 4-3, with goals from both new and veteran players, including Harrison Brunicke's first NHL goal. The game featured strong performances from Crosby and Malkin, and the Penguins unveiled new jerseys and honored their longstanding players. Tristan Jarry earned the win with 34 saves, and the team prepares for their next game against the Rangers.
The New York Giants will not hold a pregame tribute for Charlie Kirk before their upcoming game against the Chiefs, due to the timing of his recent assassination and their focus on other memorials like 9/11, aligning with their past practices and league decisions.
The Tennessee Titans host the Los Angeles Rams in their home opener, with key focus on rookie QB Cam Ward's performance, receiver improvements, pass protection, defense against a strong Rams offense, and special teams. A win could significantly boost their playoff chances early in the season.
Tennessee football released its depth chart for the upcoming home game against ETSU, with no changes from the previous week despite injuries, and several key players listed as starters but expected to miss the game, highlighting ongoing position battles and player rotations.
The Dallas Stars announced their 2025-26 NHL regular-season schedule, starting on October 9 against Winnipeg, with their home opener on October 14 versus Minnesota, featuring 31 home games, key dates around holidays, and a mid-season break for the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina.
The St. Louis Blues will open their 2025-26 NHL season at home against the Minnesota Wild on October 9th at the Enterprise Center, with full season tickets and deposits available now, and single-game tickets to be announced later.
The Oakland Ballers' inaugural home opener at Raimondi Park drew a sold-out crowd of over 4,000 fans despite the sweltering heat. The event was a celebration of Oakland's new baseball team, featuring appearances by local celebrities and politicians, tailgating festivities, and significant community support. Although the Ballers lost 9-3 to the Yolo High Wheelers, the night was more about the community spirit and the promise of a new, locally embraced franchise.
Ahead of their home opener against the Chicago White Sox, the Cleveland Guardians and their fans experienced an epic total solar eclipse at Progressive Field, with the Cleveland sky turning very dark around 3:13 p.m. ET. Many fans and players wore special eclipse glasses to witness the rare event, creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience at a baseball game. The home opener had been rescheduled to accommodate the historical moment.
After experiencing a 4.8-magnitude earthquake during their home opener, the New York Yankees are set to play on the same day as a forecasted solar eclipse, with parts of upstate New York in its path of totality. The game against the Marlins has been pushed back four hours due to the potential for delays, and the first 15,000 fans will receive a Yankees solar eclipse T-shirt. Manager Aaron Boone is unsure if they will alter their pregame routine for the eclipse, but recalls experiencing the last total solar eclipse in 2017 during the Little League World Series.
The San Francisco Giants celebrated their home opener at Oracle Park with a nostalgic tribute to their past, featuring former players and a focus on nostalgia. The game ended with a 3-2 walk-off win over the San Diego Padres, bringing relief to the team and joy to the sellout crowd. Manager Bob Melvin, while appreciative, found the attention on him to be a bit much. The Giants are aiming to create new memories and break their 10-year playoff series win drought, with a belief in the current team's potential.
Despite the New York Yankees losing 3-0 to the Blue Jays during their home opener, the atmosphere at Yankee Stadium felt like the center of the baseball universe once again, with an engaged crowd and players savoring the experience. The game ended with a loss, but the energy and support from the fans signaled a promising start to the season.
Despite losing their home opener, there are reasons to take the Pittsburgh Pirates seriously, according to sports columnist Jason Mackey. He highlights the team's improved pitching and defense, as well as the potential for growth among their young players, suggesting that the Pirates may be a team to watch in the MLB.
Pinch-hitter Ernie Clement's solo home run in the seventh inning led the Toronto Blue Jays to a 3-0 victory over the New York Yankees in their home opener, marking the first time the Yankees were shut out in a home opener since 1967. The game also featured Juan Soto's pinstripes debut and frustration over his performance, as well as strong pitching performances from Marcus Stroman and Yusei Kikuchi. The Blue Jays' bullpen held the Yankees to a six-hitter, while the sellout crowd of 47,812 witnessed the Yankees' disappointing home opener.
The new parking system at American Family Field, which involves scanning a QR code and entering license plate information to pay for parking, experienced delays and connectivity issues during the home opener. Some fans reported long waits and difficulties accessing the website, while others had positive experiences with the new system. The Brewers announced that no parking violations would be issued on the first day due to the issues, and parking ambassadors were manually assisting fans. Despite the initial challenges, some fans found the new system to be faster and more convenient than the previous payment method.
The Chicago Cubs are gearing up for their home opener against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field, with the weather expected to be cold and rainy. Despite some injuries, the Cubs have shown promise in their early season performances, particularly in their offensive lineup. The pitching probables and key injuries for both teams are also outlined for the upcoming games.
