A new spring for the national pastime

 By Max Lamy and Cayden Dejesus '26

With the arrival of spring, baseball season is back—and students at Wethersfield High School are already paying close attention. Many students follow Major League Baseball, making Opening Day an exciting time of year.

The 2026 MLB season began March 25 with the New York Yankees defeating the San Francisco Giants 7-0. Performances like Max Fried’s strong outing—earning the win after pitching over six scoreless innings—are just one example of what fans at Wethersfield are already talking about.

The back-to-back World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers did not take their foot off the gas this winter. The team continued to spend heavily, eyeing a third consecutive title and looking to maintain their reign over the league.

Closer to home, baseball is more than just something to watch—it’s a big part of student life at Wethersfield High School. The crack of the bat is a familiar sound, and many students and faculty closely follow the sport. The rivalry between Red Sox and Yankees fans continues to spark conversations throughout the school, especially as the season gets underway.

As spring turns into summer, interest in baseball at Wethersfield only continues to grow. Students will be watching closely to see if teams like the Dodgers can be stopped, while also supporting their own school team throughout the season. Whether it’s following MLB games or attending local matchups, baseball remains an important part of the Wethersfield community.

When asked about the team heading into this season, Eagles manager Jasper Langdon said:
"I like all the young talent coming into the high school baseball season. Though I have only seen two scrimmages, I have already seen multiple freshman pitchers who could be possible aces in the rotation for the future high school team. I think in two to three years Wethersfield has the potential to be one of the best pitching rotations in the state."

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