When do the Phillies play today? What to know about the Citizens Bank Park home opener, starting lineup and more
Baseball is back at the bank.
The Philadelphia Phillies' 2025 season is already underway, but on Monday, the team will play its first game of the year in front of its home crowd at Citizens Bank Park.
The weather looks a bit iffy, but that's not tampering with the excitement for a fresh run at a Red October. Here's what you need to know about today's Phillies' home opener.
What time is the Phillies game?
First pitch for the Philadelphia Phillies' home opener at Citizens Bank Park is set for 3:05 p.m. against the Colorado Rockies. All gates open at 12:35 p.m.
Tailgating lots M-O open at 10 a.m., and non-tailgating lots P-X open at 12 p.m.
Heading into their first home games, the Phils are 2-1.
What is the Phillies starting lineup today?
The Phillies released their starting lineup for the home opener just after 11 a.m. Here's who's set to start:
- DH: Kyle Schwarber
- 3B: Alec Bohm
- 1B: Bryce Harper
- Catcher: J.T. Realmuto
- LF: Max Kepler
- RF: Nick Castellanos
- 2B: Bryson Stott
- CF: Brandon Marsh
- SS: Edmundo Sosa
- P: Cristopher Sánchez
Absent from the lineup is shortstop Trea Turner, who missed his second consecutive game over the weekend with a back spasm.
Phillies opening day weather – will it rain?
Right now, it looks like it'll stay dry for first pitch, but a severe weather threat is forecast to reach the city around 6 p.m. However, that could change if the storm speeds up.
- Tailgating — noon-3 p.m.: Mostly cloudy, breezy, low to mid-70s.
- First pitch — 3:05 p.m.: Mostly cloudy, breezy and warm, mid-70s.
- End of game — 6 p.m.: Cloudy with a shower or storm possible, upper 60s to low 70s.
Heavy rain, damaging winds and intense lightning are the main threats on Monday night. While the tornado threat is very low, it's not zero in our region.
Can I still get Phillies tickets?
A limited number of tickets are still available for Monday's game against the Rockies through the Phillies' website, though more are available on resale sites like StubHub and SeatGeek. Single-game tickets and ticket packages can be purchased on the Phillies' website.
Can you bring bags into Citizens Bank Park?
Non-clear bags, backpacks and draw-string bags are not allowed inside Citizens Bank Park.
Only small purses and/or fanny packs (no larger than 5" x 7"), clear bags (no larger than 12" x 6" x 12"), medical bags, and diaper bags will be permitted into the stadium, the team says.
Medically necessary bags, including diaper bags, are permitted.
Guests can store items inside lockers located on Citizens Bank Way for $10, and all bags are subject to inspection.

