Yusei Kikuchi and Kenta Maeda start in the open game, both with results that leave issues to be solved. Kikuchi allowed two walks and a three-run home run to the second batter in the second inning.
Maeda gave up 10 hits and gave up 6 runs through the middle of the 4th inning, which also resulted in no results. Pitcher Kikuchi is scheduled to pitch in the third game of the season, against the Rays on the 30th.