Nathan Eovaldi to Start Opening Day for Texas Rangers
SURPRISE, Ariz. – The only element of Surprise was the dateline. The Rangers announced the obvious on Sunday: Nathan Eovaldi will, for the second straight season, be the opening day starter against Boston on March 27.
Background on the Announcement
The Rangers had indicated to Eovaldi, shortly after he re-signed in the winter that it was their plan for him to start, though they didn’t reveal that to anyone publicly. It became obvious, though, when manager Bruce Bochy said that Jacob deGrom would start at the back of the rotation to help manage his workload and get extra rest out of the gate.
Eovaldi’s Reaction to the Announcement
“It’s a huge honor to be able to take the ball in the first game of the season, to signify that baseball is back,” said Eovaldi, who will be making his fifth opening day’s start in the last six years. “It’s what we work for in the entire offseason, spring training, leading up to it and everything. And to me, it’s about being healthy, too. I want to be able to go out there and make as many starts as I can and go as long into deep into the games.”
RHP Nathan Eovaldi has been named the club’s scheduled starting pitcher for Opening Day, March 27 vs. Boston. The announcement was made today by Rangers Manager Bruce Bochy.
— Texas Rangers PR (@TXRangersPR) March 16, 2025
Eovaldi started the Rangers’ 2024 season opener, going six innings while allowing a pair of runs in a 4-3 10-inning walkoff win. Eovaldi has a 2.82 ERA in 22⅓ innings in the previous four starts with 18 strikeouts to just four walks.
Eovaldi’s Leadership Role
Rangers manager Bruce Bochy had all but confirmed Eovaldi as the opening day starter on March 5. Eovaldi has become the unquestioned leader of the pitching staff with his time investment into other pitchers and an “always positive attitude,” Bochy said.
Eovaldi’s Approach to the Game
“I try to treat every game as if it could be my last,” he said. “Like there’s a lot of meaning behind it. I take a lot of pride in it going out there and especially to have that first one, it means a lot to me. You want to be able to start the season out on a high note. I want to go out there and set the tone. It doesn’t matter who I’m facing or what team it is. I want to go out there and give it my best.”
He will be the first Ranger to start consecutive openers since Kevin Millwood started four straight from 2006-09.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, Nathan Eovaldi has been named the opening day starter for the Texas Rangers, marking his second consecutive season in this role. Eovaldi has become a leader on the pitching staff and is known for his positive attitude and strong work ethic. He will face the Boston Red Sox on March 27, and fans can expect a strong performance from him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about Nathan Eovaldi and the Texas Rangers:
Q: Who is Nathan Eovaldi?
A: Nathan Eovaldi is a pitcher for the Texas Rangers.
Q: When is the opening day game?
A: The opening day game is on March 27.
Q: Who will Eovaldi be facing on opening day?
A: Eovaldi will be facing the Boston Red Sox on opening day.
Q: How many consecutive openers has Eovaldi started?
A: Eovaldi will be starting his second consecutive opener.
Q: Where can I find more information about the Texas Rangers?
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