Before we dive into Opening Day, let's take a look at the experts' consensus predicted standings:
The league is set to be a close one, with all teams but Tampico predicted to be within 10 games of each other.
It's easy to see why Puebla and Guadalajara are predicted to finish 1st and 2nd. The Snakes have what's probably the best lineup in the league while the Obsidians have the best rotation in the league.
The rest of the teams in the top 7 have balanced rosters with 1-2 strong players surrounded by an average squad. Meanwhile, Tampico's best players form a battery only once every 3 games, with the rest of the team being solidly below average.
Will the season play out like this? What kind of surprises will spring up as the 84 games are played? Only time will tell, but for now, it's time for Opening Day!
Here are the matchups:
Puebla @ Mérida
RHP Rafael Sianez vs LHP Roberto García
Águilas @ Tampico
RHP Ezequiel Anguiano vs RHP Francisco Barajas
León @ San Luis
LHP Alejandro Carranza vs LHP Francisco Camacho
Guadalajara @ Jaguares
LHP Carlos Casillas vs LHP Andrés Amaya