MLB Spring Training: Today’s full game schedule, start times, and how to watch live

Baseball is officially back. On February 20, 2026, MLB Spring Training opens with the first slate of exhibition games across Florida and Arizona, offering fans an early look at offseason acquisitions, top prospects, and roster battles with Opening Day just a month away.

Friday’s action features a blend of Grapefruit League and Cactus League matchups, along with two college exhibitions. All 30 MLB teams will be in full-schedule action beginning Saturday.

Below is the complete schedule for today’s Spring Training games (all times Eastern).

Grapefruit league action

1:05 PM — New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles

Venue: Ed Smith Stadium — Sarasota, Florida

TV/Streaming: MASN, MLB Network (out-of-market only), Gotham Sports App

Spring Training opens with an AL East rivalry. The Yankees are expected to evaluate young pitching depth, including top prospect Elmer Rodriguez, while Baltimore debuts a retooled roster highlighted by Pete Alonso, Chris Bassitt, and Shane Baz following an aggressive offseason.

1:05 PM — Northeastern vs. Boston Red Sox (Exhibition)

Venue: JetBlue Park at Fenway South — Fort Myers, Florida

TV/Streaming: NESN, NESN 360

Boston’s annual exhibition against Northeastern serves as an informal spring opener. The Red Sox will rotate prospects and recent additions like Sonny Gray and Ranger Suarez as they prepare for Grapefruit League competition. Roman Anthony is set to see early action before joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

6:05 PM — University of Minnesota vs. Minnesota Twins (Exhibition)

Venue: Hammond Stadium at Lee Health Sports Complex — Fort Myers, Florida

TV/Streaming: MNNT

The Twins continue their tradition of hosting a collegiate opponent. Minnesota’s offseason focus centered on adding Josh Bell at first base and reinforcing bullpen depth as they fine-tune roster roles.

Cactus league showdowns

3:05 PM — Chicago White Sox vs. Chicago Cubs

Venue: Sloan Park — Mesa, Arizona

TV/Streaming: Marquee Sports Network

Chicago’s cross-town rivalry headlines the Cactus League slate. The White Sox look to rebound after signing Munetaka Murakami, while the Cubs counter with veteran additions like Alex Bregman in a push for NL Central contention.

3:10 PM — Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Colorado Rockies

Venue: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Scottsdale, Arizona

TV/Streaming: ARID, COLR

Arizona’s revamped roster, including Nolan Arenado and Zac Gallen, meets a Rockies team aiming to stabilize after heavy losses last season.

3:10 PM — San Diego Padres vs. Seattle Mariners

Venue: Peoria Sports Complex — Peoria, Arizona

TV/Streaming: Padres TV, Mariners Video, MLB Network

San Diego debuts new depth pieces as Seattle builds around its core with strategic additions like Brendan Donovan and a long-term commitment to Josh Naylor.

Spring Training is underway, and the road to Opening Day has officially begun.