Playing the Over on runs is a strong bet, as the starting pitchers may not be fully stretched out, and the Tokyo Dome is referred to as “Homer Heaven.” It is a hitter’s park, which can favor the Dodgers against a starter with fly-ball tendencies.

For the first time in six years, Major League Baseball games will be played in Japan this season. The Chicago Cubs and defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers will open the 2025 regular season with two games in Tokyo starting Tuesday.

Here's how to watch the MLB season opener. The Cubs and Dodgers will play a two-game series in Tokyo on Tuesday, March 18, and Wednesday, March 19. Both games will take place at 6:10 a.m. ET (5:10 a.m. CT/3:10 a.m. PT). Both the Tuesday and Wednesday matchups will take place at the Tokyo Dome, an indoor stadium.