MLB Spring Training Schedule 2023

Last Modified Mar 16, 2023 13:27 GMT
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The hype for the 2023 Major League Baseball (MLB) season is mounting, which means it's time for Spring Training! It's an important time for teams to prepare for the forthcoming season while building team cohesion and fine-tuning their talents. This post will go over the MLB Spring Training Schedule for 2023 and what fans may expect during this uber-exciting time.

MLB Spring Training Introduction

Spring Training is an annual event held in the lead-up to the regular season where teams compete in a series of exhibition games against one another. It is focused on helping players get back into condition after the offseason. Not only that, it also allows teams to analyse their personnel and make modifications before the regular season begins.

MLB Spring Training Schedule: Key Dates and Matchups

The 2023 MLB Spring Training Schedule begins on Friday, February 24, with the first games scheduled for Saturday, February 25. The schedule will be in effect until Sunday, April 2 while the regular season will begin on Thursday, April 6.

Each team determines its own Spring Training calendar, and game dates and places can vary greatly. Most teams hold Spring Training either in Florida or Arizona, with teams from the east typically training in Florida and those from the west often training in Arizona.

Some of the key matchups to look out for during the 2023 MLB Spring Training Schedule include:

  • New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox

  • Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Francisco Giants

  • Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals

  • Houston Astros vs. Washington Nationals

There will be many fascinating matches to look out for during Spring Training, as each team will play between 25 and 30 preseason games.

The MLB spring training schedule is detailed below:

EventDate
Cactus League startsFeb. 24
Grapefruit League startsFeb. 25
World Baseball Classic teams play at spring training facilitiesMarch 8-9
Exhibitions at MLB ballparksMarch 26-28
Spring training endsMarch 28
Opening DayMarch 30

FAQs

A. The 2023 MLB Spring Training Schedule is set to begin on Friday, February 24.
A. Spring Training typically lasts around six weeks, with teams playing between 25 and 30 exhibition games during that time.
A. Most teams hold Spring Training in either Florida or Arizona, with teams in the eastern part of the United States typically training in Florida and teams in the Western part of the country training in Arizona.
A. Yes, fans can attend Spring Training games. Tickets are usually less expensive than regular season games, and the atmosphere is more relaxed and family-friendly.

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