1966 - The Los Angeles Dodgers announced the signings of Sandy Koufax for $120,000 and Don Drysdale for $105,000, making them the highest paid teammates in history.
2001 - Pitcher Dwight Gooden announced his retirement after posting a 194-112 record with a 3.51 ERA and 2293 strikeouts in 16 seasons.
2004 - The New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Devil Rays opened the season in Japan with Tampa Bay posting an 8-3 victory.
2023 - For the first time ever, all 30 teams are active on opening day as no rainouts affect the schedule.
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