Even thoughPunxsutawney Philhas predicted six more weeks of winter weather, ballparks in Florida and Arizona are prepared to provide a compelling counterargument.
Spring (training) is just around the corner for the two-time defending World Series championLos Angeles Dodgersand the 29 other MLB teams looking to knock them off their pedestal in 2026.
In addition to a month's worth of exhibition games in the Grapefruit and Cactus Leagues, this spring will also include the return of theWorld Baseball Classic, where we last sawShohei Ohtani striking out Mike Troutfor the final out ofJapan's thrilling 3-2 victory over Team USAin the 2023 final.
Exhibition games are set to begin on Friday, Feb. 20.
2026 spring training report dates: Arizona and Florida
First date listed is for pitchers and catchers to report to camp. Second date is for position players.
NOTE:Pitchers/catchers participating in the 2026 World Baseball Classic will report to their respective MLB camps no later than Wednesday, Feb. 11. Position players participating in the event will report no later than Thursday, Feb. 12.
American League
Athletics (AZ): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Baltimore Orioles (FL): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Boston Red Sox (FL): Feb. 10; Feb. 15
Chicago White Sox (AZ): Feb. 10; Feb. 15
Cleveland Guardians (AZ): Feb. 12; Feb. 17
Detroit Tigers (FL): Feb. 11; Feb. 15
Houston Astros (FL): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Kansas City Royals (AZ): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Los Angeles Angels (AZ): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Minnesota Twins (FL): Feb. 12; Feb. 16
New York Yankees (FL): Feb. 12; Feb. 16
Seattle Mariners (AZ): Feb. 12; Feb. 17
Tampa Bay Rays (FL): Feb. 12; Feb. 17
Texas Rangers (AZ): Feb. 10; Feb. 15
Toronto Blue Jays: (FL) Feb. 11; Feb. 16
National League
Arizona Diamondbacks (AZ): Feb. 10; Feb. 15
Atlanta Braves (FL): Feb. 10; Feb. 15
Chicago Cubs (AZ): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Cincinnati Reds (AZ): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Colorado Rockies (AZ): Feb. 12; Feb. 17
Los Angeles Dodgers (AZ): Feb. 13; Feb. 17
Miami Marlins (FL): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Milwaukee Brewers (AZ): Feb. 12; Feb. 17
New York Mets (FL): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Philadelphia Phillies (FL): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
Pittsburgh Pirates (FL): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
St. Louis Cardinals (FL): Feb. 12; Feb. 16
San Diego Padres (AZ): Feb. 11; Feb. 15
San Francisco Giants (AZ): Feb. 10; Feb. 15
Washington Nationals (FL): Feb. 11; Feb. 16
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:When does MLB spring training start? 2026 dates for Florida, Arizona
