The countdown to the 2026 MLB season is on. Spring training officially kicks off in mid-February, with pitchers and catchers for all 30 teams reporting to Arizona and Florida. The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off back-to-back championships, headline a star-studded roster looking to make history, while teams across the league finalize their rosters and battle for roster spots in annual tradition.
For baseball fans, the sight of sunshine and palm trees in February means only one thing: spring training is here. Major League Baseball’s 30 teams are set to converge on Arizona and Florida, with the first wave of players—pitchers and catchers—reporting as early as February 10. This annual rite of passage is more than just a warm-up; it’s the official launchpad for the 2026 season, filled with storylines, competition, and the hope that a breakout player or a key trade will propel a team to October.
The defending Los Angeles Dodgers enter camp as the sport’s undisputed kings, having secured consecutive World Series titles. They didn’t rest on their laurels, adding outfielder Kyle Tucker and closer Edwin Diaz to an already formidable roster. Their journey begins on Friday, February 13, when pitchers and catchers report to Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona. All eyes will be on how seamlessly their new superstars integrate into the championship culture.
The first exhibition games are scheduled for February 20, giving fans their first real look at the new-look rosters. The regular season then gets underway on March 25, with a full slate of games set for March 26. But before the drama of the regular season, the storylines of spring training will captivate fans. Who will win the starting jobs in crowded competitions? Which prospects will force their way onto the big league roster? And can any team dethrone the Dodgers?
Spring training is split into two leagues: the Cactus League in Arizona and the Grapefruit League in Florida. Each league has its own unique flavor and history. The Cactus League is known for its modern facilities and proximity to the desert sun, while the Grapefruit League boasts a long, storied history dating back to the early 20th century, with iconic stadiums like Steinbrenner Field in Tampa and Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland.
This year’s schedule is packed with intriguing matchups. Rivalries like the Cubs vs. White Sox in Arizona or the Yankees vs. Mets in Florida provide early-season excitement. For fans, it’s a chance to see their favorite players up close in a more relaxed setting, often just a few rows from the action. It’s a baseball purist’s dream, a six-week festival of the sport where the outcome doesn’t matter, but the process is everything.
Cactus League Spring Training: Arizona Dates
The Cactus League will see 15 teams take the field in Arizona. The first teams to report are the Diamondbacks, White Sox, Giants, and Rangers, all on Tuesday, February 10. Their first full-squad workouts will follow on Sunday, February 15. The Dodgers, as mentioned, report a few days later on February 13, joining teams like the Cubs, Reds, and Royals.
Here is the complete report date and first full-squad workout schedule for all Cactus League teams:
- Diamondbacks: Tues., Feb. 10 // Sun., Feb. 15
- Athletics: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Cubs: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- White Sox: Tues., Feb. 10 // Sun., Feb. 15
- Reds: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Guardians: Thurs., Feb. 12 // Tues., Feb. 17
- Rockies: Thurs., Feb. 12 // Tues., Feb. 17
- Royals: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Dodgers: Fri., Feb. 13 // Tues., Feb. 17
- Angels: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Brewers: Thurs., Feb. 12 // Tues., Feb. 17
- Padres: Wed., Feb. 11 // Sun., Feb. 15
- Giants: Tues., Feb. 10 // Sun., Feb. 15
- Mariners: Thurs., Feb. 12 // Tues., Feb. 17
- Rangers: Tues., Feb. 10 // Sun., Feb. 15
Grapefruit League Spring Training: Florida Dates
Across the country, the Grapefruit League will host the other 15 teams in Florida. The schedule is similar, with several teams reporting on February 11. The Braves, Red Sox, and Tigers are among the first to report, with their full squads working out on February 15. The Orioles, Astros, and Marlins also report on the 11th, while the Twins, Yankees, and Cardinals wait until February 12.
Here is the complete Grapefruit League schedule:
- Braves: Tues., Feb. 10 // Sun., Feb. 15
- Orioles: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Red Sox: Tues., Feb. 10 // Sun., Feb. 15
- Tigers: Wed., Feb. 11 // Sun., Feb. 15
- Astros: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Marlins: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Twins: Thurs., Feb. 12 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Mets: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Yankees: Thurs., Feb. 12 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Phillies: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Pirates: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Cardinals: Thurs., Feb. 12 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Rays: Thurs., Feb. 12 // Tues., Feb. 17
- Blue Jays: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
- Nationals: Wed., Feb. 11 // Mon., Feb. 16
As the players pack their bags for Arizona and Florida, the storylines are endless. Can the New York Mets, with their record-breaking payroll and superstar Juan Soto, live up to the hype? How will the Philadelphia Phillies bounce back after a tough 2025? And which young players will emerge as the next generation of MLB stars? The answers begin to unfold over the next six weeks, culminating in the first pitch of the 2026 regular season.
For fans, spring training is a promise. It’s the promise of a new season, new heroes, and new memories. It’s the sound of a bat cracking, the smell of the grass, and the feeling that anything is possible. So grab your glove, find your spot in the stands, and get ready. The 2026 MLB season is almost here.
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