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Brewers open 2026 camp in Maryvale: roster battles and prospect looks headline spring
Spring opens in Maryvale with the Brewers back at American Family Fields of Phoenix, their long‑term spring home following recent renovations [2]. Pitchers and catchers reported in mid‑February, full‑squad work ramped up soon after, and the Cactus League schedule begins around Feb. 21 ahead of a late‑March regular‑season opener [3].The club enters camp off a franchise‑record 97 wins and an NLCS appearance, with fresh faces after winter turnover sharpening battles across the roster [1][4]. Back‑end rotation innings, leverage bullpen roles, and multiple position and bench spots are up for grabs, while top prospects and depth arms get extended looks and veteran pitchers manage their build‑ups [1].American Family Fields’ modern setup anchors six weeks of work in Maryvale before final roster calls and the trip north to start 2026 [2][3].