When is Phillies Opening Day? (PHI-TEX Broadcast, Rosters & Odds)

The 2023 MLB season is here, and every team's fanbase is wondering when their squad will kick off the season on Opening Day.
Philadelphia Phillies fans are in for a treat, because they won't have to wait too long into the day for their game, which is also receiving a national broadcast.
Here's everything you need to know about the Phillies vs Rangers Opening Day matchup.
Phillies vs. Rangers Time & Date (How to Watch)
The Phillies' Opening Day game against the Texas Rangers is on Thursday, March 30 with the first pitch scheduled for 4:05 p.m ET.
Fans in Philly will be able to catch the game in all the usual places, including NBC10. Fans across the country have the added benefit of being able to tune in on ESPN+.
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Phillies Opening Day Roster vs. Rangers
Player | Position |
---|---|
Aaron Nola | SP |
Alec Bohm | 3B |
Andrew Bellatti | RP |
Andrew Vasquez | RP |
Bailey Falter | SP |
Brandon Marsh | OF |
Bryson Stott | 2B |
Connor Brogdon | RP |
Craig Kimbrel | RP |
Dalton Guthrie | UTIL |
Darrick Hall | 1B |
Edmundo Sosa | UTIL |
Garrett Stubbs | C |
Gregory Soto | RP |
J.T. Realmuto | C |
Jake Cave | OF |
Jose Alvarado | RP |
Josh Harrison | UTIL |
Kyle Schwarber | OF |
Matt Strahm | SP |
Nick Castellanos | OF |
Seranthony Dominguez | RP |
Taijuan Walker | SP |
Trea Turner | SS |
Yunior Marte | RP |
Zack Wheeler | SP |
Phillies vs. Rangers Opening Day Starting Pitchers
Team | Pitcher | 2022 Record | 2022 ERA |
---|---|---|---|
Phillies | Aaron Nola | 11-13 | 3.25 |
Rangers | Jacob deGrom | 5-4 | 3.08 |
Phillies vs. Rangers Odds
FanDuel Sportsbook has the Phillies fighting an uphill battle on Opening Day, as +116 underdogs on the moneyline against the Rangers, who are -134. The runline projects a close game, however, with the Phillies getting -200 odds to cover +1.5.
The over/under is sitting at a relatively low 6.5, with -105 odds on the over and -115 on the other.
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.