The 2026 Major League Baseball season is in full swing, and early March 29th games are already providing plenty of excitement and historic moments. Pitchers are showcasing dominant performances, while some players are making indelible marks in their debuts.
Dominic Smith’s Historic Walk-Off Grand Slam
In a truly remarkable start to his tenure with the Atlanta Braves, Dominic Smith etched his name in the MLB record books. On Saturday evening, March 29, 2026, Smith hit a walk-off grand slam in the bottom of the ninth inning, securing a 6-2 victory for the Braves against the Kansas City Royals. This historic feat makes Smith the first player in MLB history to hit a walk-off grand slam in his team debut, a moment that is sure to be remembered by Braves fans for years to come.
Pitching Dominance on Display
The early season has also been characterized by strong pitching performances across the league. Garrett Crochet of the Boston Red Sox delivered a dominant outing on Opening Day, March 26, scattering three hits over six shutout innings with eight strikeouts against the New York Yankees. His efficiency and control helped power the Red Sox to a 1-0 victory, and his performance is being lauded alongside other early-season pitching gems, such as Joe Ryan’s effort for the Minnesota Twins.
Similarly, the Cleveland Guardians’ Chase DeLauter has made an immediate impact, hitting his fourth home run in just his third career game. This incredible power surge has placed him in rare company, as he is now one of only three players in major league history to hit a home run in each of their first three games.
Early Season Storylines and Team Performance
While some teams are off to strong starts, like the Miami Marlins with a 2-0 record heading into their March 29th matchup against the Colorado Rockies, others are looking to find their footing. The Rockies, on the other hand, began their season with a 0-2 record.
The Oakland Athletics are showing signs of being a legitimate contender this season, with early indicators suggesting they could make the playoffs. Their lineup has demonstrated power, ranking highly in home runs, on-base plus slugging, and slugging percentage.
Fans can follow all the live action and scores throughout the day. For those looking to keep track of all the games, the full schedule for Sunday, March 29th, 2026, is available, featuring matchups across the league.
