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Your calendars have been circled, the days have been counted down -- Spring Training 2025 begins this coming week. As the Nationals prepare for their 20th anniversary season, here is some key information to know about camp in West Palm Beach, Fla.
When is the first workout for pitchers and catchers?
Wednesday, Feb. 12.
What is the date of the first full-squad workout?
Tuesday, Feb. 18.
Where is the team’s facility?
CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches is located at 444 Haverhill Road in West Palm Beach, Fla. The Nationals share the park with the Astros, so a road game against Houston doesn’t involve extra travel. Click here for directions and parking information.
Can fans attend workouts?
Yes, workouts at the Nationals’ facility are open to fans.
Who are some new faces fans should know?
The Nationals signed several veterans this offseason: right-handers Jorge López, Michael Soroka and Trevor Williams; left-hander Shinnosuke Ogasawara; first baseman/DH Nathaniel Lowe; designated hitter/first baseman Josh Bell and infielder Amed Rosario.
Who was added to the 40-man roster related to the Rule 5 Draft?
Outfielder Robert Hassell III (Nats’ No. 13 prospect) and left-hander Andry Lara were added to the 40-man roster and protected from the Rule 5 Draft. Lefty Evan Reifert (No. 26) was acquired in the Rule 5 Draft from the Rays’ organization.
Who are some of the top prospects invited to Major League camp?
For the second year in a row, the Nationals invited a deep group of prospects to Major League Spring Training: right-handers Marquis Grissom Jr. (No. 27), Brad Lord (No. 30), Tyler Stuart (No. 19), Jarlin Susana (No. 4, MLB No. 79); catcher Caleb Lomavita; infielders Brady House (No. 3), Yohandy Morales (No. 9), Cayden Wallace (No. 11); outfielders Daylen Lile (No. 12), Andrew Pinckney (No. 28).
Who are slated to be guest instructors?
The Nationals are hosting alumni guest instructors that include former position players Ian Desmond, Danny Espinosa, Adam LaRoche, Denard Span and Jayson Werth, and former pitchers Tyler Clippard, Aníbal Sánchez, Drew Storen and Jordan Zimmermann.
When is the team’s first Grapefruit League game?
The Nationals play their first Grapefruit League game on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 1:05 p.m. ET at the Astros.
What are a few other notable spring games?
Looking for a road trip? The Nationals travel to play the Rays on March 13 at 1:05 p.m. ET and the Braves (split-squad) on March 14 at 1:05 p.m. ET.
What is Spring Breakout and when is the game?
The Nationals will play in two Spring Breakout games, a showcase of top emerging talent with squads composed entirely of prospects. The Nationals will play the Astros as the visiting team on Friday, March 14 at 2:05 p.m. ET. Two days later, they will host the Mets on Sunday, March 16 at 5:05 p.m. ET.
When is the club’s last game in Florida?
The Nationals’ final day of Grapefruit League action is a split-squad lineup on Sunday, March 23, at 12:05 p.m. ET vs. the Astros and 1:05 p.m. ET at the Cardinals.
What are the details for Opening Day?
The Nationals will host the Phillies for the 2025 season opener on Thursday, March 27, at 4:05 p.m. ET. The first 20,000 fans in attendance will receive an Opening Day T-shirt.