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The Cincinnati Reds moved to 2-1 and the Boston Red Sox slipped to 1-2 after a 3-2 result at Great American Ball Park at 1:40 PM EDT.

The regular season opener in group round number 1 lists the San Francisco Giants as the home team and the New York Mets as the away team. The only confirmed matchup info shows SF vs NYM with no listed starting pitchers, no opening moneyline, and no posted run total in the provided betting slate.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been a force to reckon with in the playoffs, and their recent performances have set the stage for an intense showdown against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Dodgers opened their playoff series with a commanding 10-5 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on September 30, showcasing their offensive prowess. Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman led the charge, contributing significantly to L.A.'s early lead.

As the Rockies gear up to face the Athletics at Hohokam Stadium, all eyes will be on Zac Veen, the outfielder who has been a standout performer for the Rox. In their recent game against the Dodgers, Veen showcased his prowess with a perfect on-base percentage and an OPS of 1. This performance was pivotal in setting the tone for the Rockies' offensive strategy. Meanwhile, Mickey Moniak also made headlines with a stellar performance against the Dodgers, boasting a 1.000 batting average and hitting a home run that contributed significantly to his team's morale.

As the Brewers prepare to face off against the Dodgers in a crucial playoff game, their performance in the first inning will be pivotal. The Brew Crew's recent games have shown a trend of early struggles, with limited offensive output. In their last matchup against the Dodgers, they managed only one run in the first inning across two games. To turn this around, players like Christian Yelich and William Contreras need to set an aggressive tone from the start.