New York Yankees starting pitcher, MASAHIRO TANAKA, throws the first pitch of the season opener to Houston Astro’s second baseman, Jose Altuve. TANAKA pitched a solid game allowing 4 hits and only 2 runs over 5 2/3 innings while striking out 4 and allowing only one walk. Despite his efforts, the Yankees lost their home opener 5-3. (AP Photo/Dick Druckman)