The Houston Astros open the 2026 season at Daikin Park against the Los Angeles Angels, looking to rebound after missing the postseason for the first time since 2016. With a fresh start and high expectations, Opening Day brings renewed energy to Houston fans eager for a return to October baseball.
Staff photographers Jason Fochtman and Raquel Natalicchio were at the ballpark to capture the atmosphere from pregame anticipation to the final out, documenting the sights, sounds and excitement of the season’s first pitch.