NEW YORK (AP) — Brett Baty laced a bases-loaded triple and the New York Mets chased Paul Skenes in the first inning of his worst major league start, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-7 on Thursday in their season opener at Citi Field.

Here's how to watch Thursday's Mets vs Pirates game, including start times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

Opening Day for most of MLB's teams is Thursday. That includes the New York Mets, who are hosting the Pittsburgh Pirates in a highly anticipated afternoon game that will be broadcast on NBC. Much of the hype is generated by the pitching matchup: It's new Mets ace Freddy Peralta taking the ball for his New York debut,

NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes and Pittsburgh visit Citi Field to face four-time All-Star Juan Soto and New York.

The Pirates are one of NBC's featured MLB Opening Day teams, so let's take a look at what else lies ahead.