MLB opening day: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (8 images)

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-2 on opening day of the 2023 MLB season at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Thursday. Opening day games took place around the league.

The Los Angeles Dodgers' James Outman hits a two-run home run during the sixth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on March 30, 2023. The Dodgers defeated the Diamondbacks 8-2. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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Dodgers catcher Will Smith hits a two-run single to tie the game during the third inning. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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The Dodgers' David Peralta (C) celebrates with teammates Miguel Rojas (L) and James Outman (R) after they score on Smith's two-run single to tie the game. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen (C) is surrounded by teammates on the mound as he waits to be relieved by manager Torey Lovullo during fifth inning. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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