The weather forecast says winter still has its grip on Michigan, but the schedule says spring is just around the corner. The Tigers next week open their 61st consecutive Spring Training at Joker Marchant Stadium, and their 90th Spring Training in Lakeland, Fla., extending the longest-running current relationship between a Major League team and its Spring Training host city. The Tigers will begin preparations for a run at their third consecutive postseason while aiming for their first AL Central title since 2014.
Here are some key facts to know for camp:
When is the first workout for pitchers and catchers?
Wednesday, Feb. 11
What is the date of the first full-squad workout?
Sunday, Feb. 15
Where is the team facility?
Joker Marchant Stadium and the adjoining Tigertown facility is located off Lakeland Hills Boulevard, just north of downtown Lakeland, Fla.
Can fans attend workouts?
Yes! There are designated areas around the back fields where fans can watch the workouts.
Who are some new faces fans should know?
Framber Valdez, who agreed on Wednesday to a three-year, $115 million contract pending a physical per sources, is a two-time All-Star and a workhorse left-handed starter who has averaged 30-plus starts and 191-plus innings per season over the last four years. He gives the Tigers a tremendous 1-2 punch alongside Tarik Skubal atop the Tigers rotation.
Kenley Jansen, signed in December to a one-year, $11 million contract with an option for 2027, is Major League Baseball’s active leader in saves with 476.
Who are some of the top prospects invited to Major League camp?
Ten of MLB Pipeline’s Top 30 Tigers prospects will be in big league camp, including top prospects Kevin McGonigle, Max Clark, Josue Briceño and Max Anderson as non-roster invites. McGonigle, MLB Pipeline’s No. 2 overall prospect, is expected to make his MLB debut this season and could have a chance to compete for the starting job at shortstop.
When is the team’s first Grapefruit League game?
Saturday, Feb. 21 at Yankees
What are some other notable spring games?
Wednesday, Feb. 25 vs. Blue Jays
Sunday, March 1 vs. Blue Jays
Monday, March 2 vs. Braves
Tuesday-Wednesday, March 3-4 vs. Team Dominican Republic in Santo Domingo
Wednesday, March 4 vs. Team Panama
Friday, March 6 vs. Red Sox
Thursday, March 12 vs. Yankees
Tuesday, March 17 vs. Orioles
What is Spring Breakout and when is the game?
Spring Breakout is an annual Spring Training game matching up some of the top prospects from two organizations. This year, Tigers prospects will face Pirates prospects on Friday, March 20 at LECOM Park in Bradenton.
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Will the Spring Training games be televised?
Details on the Tigers’ television schedule, including Spring Training, will be released soon.
When is the Tigers’ last game in Florida?
Saturday, March 21 vs. Yankees
Will there be any additional exhibitions before the regular season?
Monday-Tuesday, March 23-24 at Rockies in Scottsdale, Ariz.
What are the details for Opening Day?
Thursday, March 26 vs. Padres at Petco Park in San Diego, 4:10 p.m. ET