Mets vs Pirates: Peralta's Opening Day Start

0:00It's March 26th. Welcome to New York Mets News Today, AI Power Coverage of Your Squad. The New York Mets kick off their 2026 season today with an opening day matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates. First pitch is set for Thursday at 1.15 pm on NBC and Peacock. Freddie Peralta takes the mound for the Mets, facing Paul Schienes for the Pirates. Peralta marched the fifth straight different opening day starter for New York, continuing a trend since Jacob DeGrom last repeated from 2019 to 2021. He handled opening day duties last year with the Brewers, giving up just two runs over five innings against the Yankees. Meanwhile, rookie Carson Benj earns the start and right field for the Mets. As their number two prospect, he impressed this spring with a 366 average, earning the everyday job. Schienes has already shown he can handle the Mets, going 1-0 with a 2.08 ERA and 14 strikeouts in two career starts against. Them, fans can catch the action online through a Peacock subscription on devices like computers, tablets, or the app.

1:07Both teams look sharp heading in, so expect a tight battle to launch the season right.