Introduction to the Freeway Series
The Dodgers and Angels will play in Southern California for the first time in 2025 on Sunday when they meet at Dodger Stadium to begin the three-game Freeway Series.
Team Lineups and Performance
Left-hander Jackson Ferris will start for the Dodgers in the spring training game against right-hander José Soriano. Ferris was a non-roster invitee to spring training after posting a 5-7 record with a 3.20 ERA in 2024 as he split the season between the Great Lakes Loons, the Dodgers’ Class High-A Midwest League affiliate, and Tulsa Oilers, their Double-A Texas League affiliate. He has no record in two spring training appearances with a 6.00 ERA. Soriano was 6-7 with a 3.42 ERA in 22 appearances with the Angels in 2024, including 20 starts. He is 0-2 with a 4.30 ERA in five spring training starts.
Current Standings
The Dodgers are 12-8 in Cactus League play, the Angels 10-16-4. The Dodgers’ broadcast of the 5:10 p.m. game will be on SportsNet LA while the Angels’ broadcast will be on FanDuel Sports Network SoCal.
Upcoming Games and Series
The final two games of the Freeway Series will be played Monday and Tuesday at Angel Stadium. The Angels lead the series that began in 1962, 77-57, with five games ending in ties. The Angels won two of the three games in 2024. Spring training games that are tied after nine innings are customarily called once the day’s scheduled pitchers have been used.
Regular Season Openers
The reigning World Series champion Dodgers will play their regular season home opener Thursday against the Detroit Tigers. The Angels will open the regular season Thursday in Chicago against the White Sox with left-hander Yusei Kikuchi making his debut with the team after signing a three-year $63 million contract in November. Kikuchi was 9-10 with a 4.05 ERA in 32 starts in 2024, beginning the season with the Toronto Blue Jays and then being traded to the Houston Astros. The Angels are trying to rebound from their worst record in their 64 seasons in the American League, 63-99.
Conclusion
The Freeway Series is an exciting event for baseball fans in Southern California, with the Dodgers and Angels facing off in a series that has been ongoing since 1962. With the teams’ current performance and upcoming regular season openers, this series is sure to be an exciting one.
FAQs
Q: When does the Freeway Series start?
A: The Freeway Series starts on Sunday at Dodger Stadium.
Q: Who are the starting pitchers for the first game?
A: Left-hander Jackson Ferris will start for the Dodgers, and right-hander José Soriano will start for the Angels.
Q: What are the current standings for the Dodgers and Angels in Cactus League play?
A: The Dodgers are 12-8, and the Angels are 10-16-4.
Q: When do the regular season openers take place?
A: The Dodgers’ regular season home opener is on Thursday against the Detroit Tigers, and the Angels’ regular season opener is on Thursday in Chicago against the White Sox.
