Phillies Truck Day Presented by Citizens Returns Tuesday, February 3; Team Gears Up for Annual Spring Training Trek to Clearwater
On Tuesday, February 3, the club will celebrate the return of Phillies Truck Day presented by Citizens, as front office staff pack thousands of essential items for spring training onto three 28-foot equipment trailers bound for BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, Fla., home of Phillies spring training.
“This is an exciting sign that Phillies baseball is just around the corner,” said Phillies Director of Clubhouse Services Phil Sheridan. “Thanks to Citizens, our equipment truck will have an All-Star design, so our fans can spot it on the road as it makes its 1,058-mile journey from Philadelphia to Clearwater.”
“Our longstanding partnership with the Phillies extends beyond Citizens Bank Park into the community, and we’re excited for what this year will bring to Philadelphia and the Phans,” said Dan Fitzpatrick, President of Citizens’ Mid-Atlantic and Midwest Regions. “Our Citizens Ballpark Bankers are ready to welcome Phans back to the ballpark and bring them along the journey of another special season.”
The 2026 season marks the 22nd anniversary of Phillies spring training at BayCare Ballpark, and the team’s 80th spring training in Clearwater, Fla.
Journey Highlights: Phillies Truck Day Presented by Citizens, February 3
6:15 a.m.: The Phillies spring training truck and its three trailers will arrive at Citizens Bank Park, backing down the truck ramp into the team clubhouse.
8:00 a.m.: The truck is loaded with thousands of essential items needed for spring training, including: 5,000 cups; 2,400 baseballs; 2,000 short- and long-sleeved shirts; 1,200 bats; 900 pairs of socks; 600 pairs of pants; 600 batting practice hats; 350 pairs of shorts; 300 batting gloves; 250 batting practice tops; 200 fleeces; 200 light jackets; 200 pairs of assorted spike, plastic and turf shoes; 140 batting helmets; 125 leather and elastic belts; 40 heavy jackets; 20 coolers; several bikes; one Phanatic hot dog launcher.
11:40 a.m.: Photo opportunities take place on Pattison Avenue outside the First Base Plaza, before the truck officially departs for Clearwater.
The Journey: The equipment truck travels 1,058 miles through eight states, arriving at BayCare Ballpark on Sunday, February 8 — just three days before the first workout for Phillies pitchers and catchers on Wednesday, February 11.