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Cubs set 2026 spring training slate at Sloan Park: key dates and fan guide
Spring sets up cleanly for the Cubs in Mesa: pitchers and catchers report Feb. 11, the first full-squad workout is Feb. 16, and the Cactus League home opener vs. the White Sox arrives Feb. 20. Other dates on the slate include an exhibition vs. Team Italy on Mar. 3, the Spring Breakout prospects showcase on Mar. 21, a pair with the Yankees on Mar. 23–24, and Opening Day at Wrigley Field on Mar. 26 [1].Sloan Park (2330 W. Rio Salado Pkwy.) anchors the setup with neighboring practice fields, fan areas and ample parking in the heart of Mesa’s spring corridor [2]. The ballpark opened in 2014, features a natural grass surface and accommodates roughly 15,000 between fixed seats, the lawn berm and suites [3].Select spring games will air on Marquee Sports Network, and ticketing plus the full spring schedule details are available through the team’s spring FAQ and local visitor information [1][2].