It’s that time: Our annual Best of the Ballparks 2021 fan votes launches today, beginning with the Grapefruit Leaguecompetition and then with the Cactus League competition. (more…)
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Now available: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2021 / Florida
We have a book release to celebrate today: The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2021 / Florida is available for print preorders and instant eBook downloads. Plus, we’re running a special on instant downloads if you preorder this title today! (more…)
Coronavirus Fears Impacting Spring Training
Coronavirus fears are impacting spring training, as players are passing on signing autographs in the Grapefruit League, with a deep cleaning taking place at LECOM Park. (more…)
Spring Training Robo-Umps Tests Planned
Automated ball-strike (ABS) technology–referred to popularly as robo-umps–will be implemented during spring training 2020 for nine Grapefruit League games on an evaluative basis, but the ABS technology won’t be used for any actual game calls. (more…)
Notable St. Patrick’s Day Games in Spring Training 2020
One of the biggest events on the spring-training calendar is St. Patrick’s Day, when fans are especially festive, and the wearing of the green is prominent both on and off the field. Here are some noteworthy matchups for St. Patrick’s Day 2020 in Florida and Arizona spring-training ballparks. (more…)
Red Sox, Blue Jays, Athletics and Mets 2020 Schedules Updated
We’ve updated the Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, Oakland Athletics and New York Mets 2020 schedules with game times and ticket information. (more…)
How Will MLB Playoffs Affect 2020 Spring Training?
It’s no secret that a postseason run will impact spring-training attendance in many situations. Here’s how this year’s MLB playoffs could affect next year’s spring-training travels. (more…)
Build Your Own Spring Training Doubleheader With College Games
For many baseball fans, a prime goal in spring training is to take in as much baseball as possible. Sometimes it’s possible to take in two MLB games in a day, while other times you’ll need to create a 2020 spring training doubleheader combining MLB and college games. Here are some tips. (more…)
Plan Ahead: Spring Training 2020 Rivalry Games
Though their importance has been lessened with the launch of interleague games, rivalry games still play a big role in spring training, attracting big crowds and plenty of interest. Here are the games to put on your calendar. (more…)
The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2020 / Florida Now Updated with Schedules
Just a note that tentative spring-training schedules are out, and we’ve included them in an update to The Complete Guide to Spring Training 2020 / Florida. (more…)
