Get ready, baseball fans! The highly anticipated 2026 Spring Training schedule is here, and it's packed with action. Here's a sneak peek at when your favorite teams will be hitting the field and, crucially, when those all-important photo days are scheduled.
First, let's dive into the key dates for the first workouts. Keep in mind that these dates are subject to change, so stay tuned for any updates. We'll break it down by league and then by the Grapefruit and Cactus League affiliations, so you can easily find your team.
Important Note: If your favorite pitcher or catcher is participating in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, they'll need to report to their MLB camps no later than Wednesday, February 11th. Position players in the Classic must report by Thursday, February 12th.
Now, let's get to the fun stuff: the photo days! These are the dates when you'll get your first glimpse of the players in their new uniforms, ready for the season.
Grapefruit League Photo Days (Florida)
- Tuesday, February 17th:
- 6:30 a.m.: Detroit Tigers (Lakeland)
- 7:00 a.m.: Boston Red Sox (Lee County)
- 7:00 a.m.: New York Yankees (Tampa)
- 7:00 a.m.: St. Louis Cardinals (Jupiter)
- Wednesday, February 18th:
- 6:30 a.m.: Miami Marlins (Jupiter)
- 6:45 a.m.: Houston Astros (West Palm Beach)
- 7:00 a.m.: Baltimore Orioles (Sarasota)
- 7:00 a.m.: Pittsburgh Pirates (Bradenton - at Pirate City)
- Thursday, February 19th:
- 6:45 a.m.: New York Mets (Port St. Lucie)
- 7:00 a.m.: Philadelphia Phillies (Clearwater)
- 7:00 a.m.: Tampa Bay Rays (Port Charlotte)
- 7:30 a.m.: Minnesota Twins (Lee County)
- Friday, February 20th:
- 6:00 a.m.: Atlanta Braves (North Port)
- 6:00 a.m.: Toronto Blue Jays (Dunedin - Player Development Complex)
- 6:30 a.m.: Washington Nationals (West Palm Beach)
Cactus League Photo Days (Arizona)
- Tuesday, February 17th:
- 6:30 a.m.: Texas Rangers (Surprise)
- 7:00 a.m.: Chicago Cubs (Mesa)
- 7:00 a.m.: Chicago White Sox (Glendale)
- 7:30 a.m.: Cincinnati Reds (Goodyear)
- Wednesday, February 18th:
- 6:00 a.m.: Los Angeles Angels (Tempe)
- 6:00 a.m.: San Diego Padres (Peoria)
- 6:30 a.m.: Arizona Diamondbacks (Scottsdale)
- 6:45 a.m.: Colorado Rockies (Scottsdale)
- Thursday, February 19th:
- 6:45 a.m.: Seattle Mariners (Peoria)
- 7:00 a.m.: Kansas City Royals (Surprise)
- 7:00 a.m.: Los Angeles Dodgers (Glendale)
- 7:00 a.m.: San Francisco Giants (Scottsdale)
- 7:30 a.m.: Cleveland Guardians (Goodyear)
- Friday, February 20th:
- 6:45 a.m.: Athletics (Mesa)
- 7:00 a.m.: Milwaukee Brewers (Phoenix)
A quick note: Photo days often mean the first chance to see new players in action, and they set the tone for the upcoming season.
Now, here's a question for you: Do you prefer the excitement of the Grapefruit League or the Cactus League? Let us know in the comments!
