For most MLB teams, pitchers and catchers are going to report to spring training today. It is here, Spring Training is among us. Before we can say “blueberry pancakes” we will be watching our national pastime. The smell of the grass and the sun on your face. Is there nothing better?
The Phoenix metro area and Tucson are host to several teams. The biggest draw in town is the Chicago Cubs out at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa. It has been referenced as the Wrigley of the west. Scottsdale stadium, host of the San Fransisco Giants, is arguably the best venue in the Cactus League. Located in Downtown Scottsdale, there is plenty to do before, during and especially after the game. There are a few really nice sport complexes in the west side of the Valley and down in Tucson that are host to two teams. The Peoria Sports Complex host the Seattle Mariners and the San Diego Padres, Surprise Stadium host the Texas Rangers and the Kansas City Royals and Tucson Electric Park that host the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Chicago White Sox.
My favorite part of Spring Training is going to a game and sitting on the outfield lawn. This is the essence of Spring Training. There is an abundance of people watching, sun bathing, hot dog eating and beer drinking fun. Good Times.
Even though the games don’t mean anything in the standings, they are a lot of fun for the fans to go watch players trying to make the team. Go out there see a few games.
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February 13, 2008 at 6:34 pm
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