When Is Baseball Spring Training 2022?
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It’s never too early to start thinking about baseball season! Here’s everything you need to know about when spring training for the 2022 season will start.
When is Baseball Spring Training?
Baseball Spring Training is the period of training and exhibition games prior to the start of the regular season.
Spring training for Major League Baseball (MLB) generally starts in early February and runs until just before Opening Day, which falls on the first or second Thursday in April.
There are two types of spring training: Major League Spring Training and Minor League Spring Training. Major League teams train at their Major League camp, while each minor league team has its own Minor League camp.
During spring training, players compete for a spot on the Opening Day roster.
Players who are not on the 40-man roster can be reassigned to Minor League camp.
What is the history of Spring Training?
Spring Training is a collection of workouts and exhibition games preceding the start of the regular season of Major League Baseball (MLB), the league’s highest level. Spring training allows new players to audition for roster and position spots, and gives established players practice time prior to competitive play. Spring training has always attracted fan attention, drawing crowds who travel to warmer climates to take in the sun and baseball.
The history of spring training can be traced back to 1870, when the Cincinnati Red Stockings traveled to New Orleans to prepare for their first season. This was not an isolated event; several other professional baseball teams also began holding training sessions in places like California, Georgia, Florida and Texas.
Baseball’s popularity increased as it became more organized in the late 19th century. The first formal spring training took place in 1896, when the Chicago Colts (now known as the Cubs) trained in Tampa, Florida.
Spring training quickly became a ritual for teams across the country, as warmer weather provided an opportunity for players to shake off the rust from the previous season and prepare for the rigors of a long campaign.
What teams are participating in Spring Training in 2022?
The following teams are scheduled to participate in Spring Training in 2022:
Boston Red Sox, Baltimore Orioles, New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays, Toronto Blue Jays, Atlanta Braves, Houston Astros, Miami Marlins, Washington Nationals, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Brewers, Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, Colorado Rockies, Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants and Seattle Mariners.
What are the benefits of attending Spring Training?
By attending Spring Training, baseball fans have the opportunity to see their favorite players up close and personal. Fans can also get autographs from players and take pictures with them. Spring Training is a great opportunity for fans to interact with their favorite players in a more relaxed setting than at a regular season game.
How can I purchase tickets to Spring Training games?
Tickets for Spring Training games typically go on sale in January or February of the year preceding the season. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ticketing information for the 2021 season has not yet been released. Check back closer to the start of the season for updated information.
