Yankees Giancarlo Stanton impresses, Marlins Jose Urena depresses
By David Hill
It did not take long for the Yankees newest power source to impress. Likewise, the Marlins proved to be what we thought they were.
Heading into Opening Day, the Yankees and Marlins were heading in two different directions. One team was considered a postseason favorite, and a potential World Series team. The other? Well, let us just say that there may be teams in AAA with more talent than their roster.
Those predictions, at least for one day, looked to be accurate. The Yankees handled the Blue Jays easily, coasting to a 6-1 victory. The Marlins, meanwhile, battled the Chicago Cubs, but their starting pitching imploded en route to their 8-4 loss. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.
There were other excellent performances over the course of Opening Day. Matt Davidson hit three of the White Sox six homers in their victory over the Royals. Chris Sale appeared to be in midseason form for the Red Sox. Three games went into the 11th inning or later, giving fans bonus baseball on the first day of the regular season.
And now, with those games behind us, let us start the season off with a look back at the good, the bad, and the ugly from Opening Day.