Pitchers and catchers have reported for spring training, and the 2026 Cactus League season officially begins Friday, February 20, with games played across ten stadiums in Arizona. Fifteen Major League Baseball teams will compete in the annual spring training event, drawing fans to the Phoenix metropolitan area.
The Cactus League spans multiple cities, including Glendale and Mesa, offering baseball fans a concentrated opportunity to see games throughout February, and March. This year’s spring training includes a unique exhibition game: Team USA will face the Colorado Rockies at Talking Stick in Scottsdale as preparation for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Tickets are currently available for all fifteen participating teams. The Arizona Diamondbacks are hosting spring training games, as are the Athletics, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Guardians, Colorado Rockies, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and Texas Rangers.
Fans interested in supporting Team USA can purchase jerseys for players like Cal Raleigh, who will be competing in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The Cactus League provides an early look at player performance and team dynamics before the start of the regular MLB season.