Spring Training 2025: Teams Set to Begin in Arizona and Florida
As Spring Training 2025 kicks off, MLB teams are preparing for another exciting season in Arizona and Florida. Fifteen teams will report to the Phoenix area in Arizona, while the remaining teams will be stationed in Florida, where they will participate in the Cactus League and Grapefruit League, respectively.
Cactus League (Arizona)
The Cactus League in Arizona will host teams such as the Brewers, Cubs, Reds, Guardians, Royals, White Sox, Dodgers, Padres, Diamondbacks, Giants, Rockies, Mariners, Rangers, Athletics, and Angels. These teams will hold their Spring Training camps at various facilities throughout the Phoenix area. Arizona’s warm weather and top-notch facilities make it a prime location for the league’s spring competitions.
Grapefruit League (Florida)
In Florida, teams like the Yankees, Marlins, Red Sox, Tigers, Pirates, Braves, Twins, Nationals, Orioles, Cardinals, and Blue Jays will compete in the Grapefruit League. Florida’s locations offer unique experiences for fans and teams, with many teams using the state’s southernmost venues to prepare for the season ahead.
Spring Training Games
Teams in both leagues will begin their Spring Training games in mid-February 2025, with opening games scheduled for February 20. The Cactus League will feature matchups like the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Chicago Cubs in Glendale, Arizona, while the Grapefruit League will see teams like the New York Yankees facing the Tampa Bay Rays in Tampa, Florida.
What to Expect in 2025
Spring Training serves as a vital time for teams to evaluate talent, try out new strategies, and build team chemistry. The exhibition games allow rookies and veterans to compete for spots on the regular season roster, and fans can expect exciting matchups throughout the spring. Each team’s location in Arizona or Florida offers fans the chance to watch their favorite players and new acquisitions in action.
The Cactus League and Grapefruit League are key parts of the MLB Spring Training experience, and both will be buzzing with excitement as 2025 season preparations begin. Fans will have plenty to look forward to as teams prepare for the regular season and try to make their mark in the spring games.
