Baseball’s long road to October begins under desert skies and Florida sun.

After an undeniably thrilling World Baseball Classic, it’s time to shift our attention back to Spring Training, with just one week to go until the real thing. Yes, that’s right, and we double-checked our calendars.

SARASOTA, Fla. — Spring training games don’t matter, but they do keep score, and there are standings. There is little correlation between what happens during spring training and what will happen in the regular season.

What is going on with the Mets at their 2026 spring training this week? Here is the upcoming exhibition games schedule.

Weird things happen in small sample sizes, especially when a given player might be facing as many minor-leaguers as not throughout the spring. This is why we always say around this time of year that Spring Training doesn't matter. But that's not actually ...

Tatsuya Imai’s early spring training 2026 reports clarify his Astros rotation role and mid-round fantasy baseball draft value. Grapefruit League debut scheduled Thursday against the Mets in split-squad action. Impressive live batting practice with strong ...

Each week throughout spring training, we will highlight the Yankees' upcoming schedule along with some storylines to watch. Be sure to follow along! Monday, March 9 at 6:35 p.m. ET against the Pittsburgh Pirates Tuesday, March 10 at 1:05 p.m. against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday, March 11 at 6:35 p.m. against the Toronto Blue Jays

Spring training exhibition games have begun in Major League Baseball. Here's a selection of photos curated by AP photo editors. AP photography: https://apnews.com ...