Rivalry games—a staple of spring-training matches for out-of-market fans—will take on a new look in 2025, as schedules are impacted by franchise shifts and the whims of Major League Baseball. (more…)
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Automated ball-strike systems on tap for spring training 2025
Get ready for the experiments in spring training 2025, as MLB has announced automated ball-strike systems will be tested at 13 ballparks, affected 19 home teams. (more…)
Hurricane Milton spares Florida spring training facilities
Significant damage to spring-training facilities in Florida was avoided as Hurricane Milton lost major steam when entering the Gulf Coast area, diminishing to a Category 1 storm when reaching landfall in the Tampa Bay region and Sarasota County. (more…)
Planning for St. Patrick’s Day 2025 in spring training
In a spring-training schedule devoid of any major holidays, St. Patrick’s Day stands out as the party highlight of 2025. The wearin’ of the green is a grand tradition in spring training, and here are some recommendations for making the most of St. Pat’s at the ballpark. (more…)
Orioles pitch training camp expansion; no timeline yet
The Baltimore Orioles are pitching an expansion of their Sarasota training complex with the addition of new high-tech batting cages, additional meeting rooms and new miscellaneous spaces at the Ed Smith Stadium clubhouse. (more…)
2026 World Baseball Classic schedule, venues announced
We know many spring-training attendees also like to take in some international competition on their travels, so maybe it’s not too early to review the 2026 World Baseball Classic schedule and venue lineup. (more…)
Now available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2025 / Florida
We have some book news to pass along: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2025 / Florida is now available for order in paperback and eBook editions! (more…)
RIP, Chain of Lakes Park
Some sad news to pass along from Winter Haven: Chain of Lakes Park, former spring-training home of the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians, has been torn down–but the site will be redeveloped for youth baseball and tournaments. (more…)
Charlotte Sports Park reopens
The baseball gods were smiling on the patient Port Charlotte spring-training fans Saturday, as the Tampa Bay Rays launched their 2024 season at Charlotte Sports Park after spending last spring at Disney and the Trop. (more…)
MiLB Spring Breakout games added to schedules
We have several additions to the 2024 spring training schedule, as Major League Baseball and Minor League Baseball unveil 16 MiLB games featuring future stars under the Spring Breakout brand. (more…)
