Playball 2016 Guide

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2016 GUIDE

Arizona Diamondbacks | Chicago Cubs | Chicago White Sox | Cincinnati Reds Cleveland Indians | Colorado Rockies | Kansas City Royals | Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Los Angeles Dodgers | Milwaukee Brewers | Oakland Athletics | San Diego Padres San Francisco Giants | Seattle Mariners | Texas Rangers

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Editor Letter

Something for everyone

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here’s nothing I love more than to root, root, root for the home team. Or in my case — teams. From the time I could pronounce “Reggie Jackson,” I was hooked on stadiums, bases, home runs and hot dogs. Some of my best memories hail from Candlestick Park, absorbing all the baseball knowledge I could from my dad. If we weren’t in the City by the Bay, we were in neighboring Oakland catching an A’s game.

My adulthood led me to Kansas City, where for years I waited patiently with my blue-blooded brothers and sisters for the Royals to get their crown (Go, 2015 World Series champs!). Of course, now the Diamondbacks have been added to my hometeam roster.

No matter what team you root for, you couldn’t pick a better place to cheer them on than at a sunny Cactus League stadium. Enjoy this issue of Play Ball.

Erin Davis Associate editor, PlayBall erin.davis@azbigmedia.com

Table Of Contents 6

Welcome

24

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Spring Training Baseball Schedule

26

Los Angeles Dodgers

10

Arizona Diamondbacks

28

Milwaukee Brewers

12

Chicago Cubs

30

Oakland Athletics

14

Chicago White Sox

32

San Diego Padres

16

Cincinnati Reds

34

San Francisco Giants

18

Cleveland Indians

36

Seattle Mariners

20

Colorado Rockies

38

Texas Rangers

22

Kansas City Royals

8

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The Cactus League Welcomes You to the 2016 season of Spring Training baseball in Arizona

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he 2016 Arizona Cactus League season welcomes you to the beautiful baseball facilities in the great state of Arizona! A special thank you to Play Ball Magazine, a valued partner in conserving spring training and the tradition of baseball and what it creates for all who share in the experiences. It is the continued support and corporate partnership that allow us to equally advocate the Arizona Cactus League and its associated success.

While more than 1.9 million fans attended Cactus League games in 2015, Arizona celebrated the historical 69th season of spring training baseball. In addition to enjoying the highest quality of pre-season professional baseball and the best weather in America, you our fans, are an essential part of one of the state’s most important economic engines. The Arizona Cactus League generates over $544 million of economic impact on our state during the Spring Training season. Throughout the rest of the calendar year, the events at these magnificent facilities generate over $265 million. All told, the Cactus League and our associated facilities generate more than $809 million of economic vitality every year, not to mention the good times and great memories fans, family and friends like you experience!

With short drive times between the ballparks, the warm sun, affordable tickets, proximity to the best players in the game and the full range of hotel, dining and shopping amenities, it is easy to see why the Cactus League is the premier tourist destination for baseball fans and enthusiasts.

Alongside the efforts of Gov. Doug Ducey and the state of Arizona, the Cactus League will continue to work toward maintaining our associated facilities at only the highest regard for you to enjoy. The Cactus League Association is determined in exploring all creative opportunities and possibilities to uphold the quality of your experience throughout the Arizona Cactus League. We would like to thank you for your continued support and would like to ensure you of our commitment to providing unforgettable experiences for you and your family.

Thank you, and enjoy your Cactus League Spring Training experience!

Mark A.Coronado

Cactus League President

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LAA at CIN CHC at COL CWS at LAA CLE at LAD SD at MIL KC at OAK AZ at SEA SF at TEX

COL: Colorado Rockies, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community KC: Kansas City Royals, Surprise Stadium, Surprise LAA: Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Tempe Diablo Stadium, Tempe LAD; Los Angeles Dodgers, Camelback Ranch, Glendale

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MIL at CLE LAD at COL AZ at CWS CLE at KC TEX at LAA CHC at OAK CIN at SEA SD at SF

MIL: Milwaukee Brewers, Maryvale Baseball Park, Phoenix OAK: Oakland Athletics, Hohokam Stadium, Mesa SD: San Diego Padres, Peoria Sports Complex, Peoria SF: San Francisco Giants, Scottsdale Stadium, Scottsdale SEA: Seattle Mariners, Peoria Sports Complex, Peoria TEX: Texas Rangers, Surprise Stadium, Surprise

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AZ: Arizona Diamondbacks, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community CHC: Chicago Cubs, Sloan Park, Mesa CWS: Chicago White Sox, Camelback Ranch, Glendale CIN: Cincinnati Reds, Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear CLE: Cleveland Indians, Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear

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CIN at PIT (Indianapolis) CWS at SD (Petco Park) CLE at TEX (Arlington)

2016

Arizona Diamondbacks Players to watch: • Welington Castillo, C • Patrick Corbin, LHP • Paul Goldschmidt, 1B • Zach Grienke, RHP • A.J. Pollock, CF Top 5 prospects: Archie Bradley, RHP; Braden Shipley, RHP; Yoan Lopez, RHP; Alex Young, LHP; Brandon Drury, 3B/2B. Manager: Chip Hale Team mascot: Baxter After the game: Check out SOL Cocina, 15323 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254.

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Diamondbacks’ home Cactus League schedule

Where they play: Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Seating capacity: 11,000 Stadium phone number: 480-270-5000 About the stadium: Opened in February 2011, Salt River Fields is the new spring training home for the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies. Located on a 140-acre site, Salt River Fields lies in the heart of the East Valley, near the Pima-Loop 101 Freeway and Indian Bend Road. Owned by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC), Salt River Fields is the first Major League Baseball Spring Training facility built on Native American land. The natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem is also integrated into the overall baseball fan experience. The design reflects Arizona’s regional architecture — from the native colors to the natural materials.

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Date

Time

Opponent

Tue., March 1

1:05 p.m.

University of Arizona

Wed., March 2

1:10 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Thu., March 3

1:10 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Fri., March 4

1:10 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Sun., March 6

1:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Tue., March 8

12:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Wed., March 9

1:10 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Sat., March 12

1:10 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Mon., March 14

1:10 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Wed., March 16

6:40 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Fri., March 18

1:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Sat., March 19

1:10 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Mon., March 21

6:40 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Tue., March 22

7:10 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Wed., March 23

1:10 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Fri., March 25

1:10 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Sun., March 27

1:10 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Tue., March 29

1:10 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Fri. April 1

6:40 p.m.

Kansas City Royals at Chase Field

Sat., April 2

1:10 p.m.

Kansas City Royals at Chase Field

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2016

Chicago Cubs Players to watch: Jake Arrieta, RHP; John Lackey, RHP; Jon Lester, LHP; Miguel Montero, C; Anthony Rizzo, 1B. Top 5 prospects: Gleyber Torres, SS; Billy McKinney, OF; Carl Edwards Jr., RHP; Duane Underwood, RHP; Albert Almora, OF. Manager: Joe Maddon Team mascot: Clark After the game: Check out one of Oregano’s 12 Valley locations. This local chain pulls inspiration — and its deep dish pie recipe — from the owner’s Chi-Town upbringing.

Where they play: Sloan Park, 2330 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Mesa, AZ 85201 Seating capacity: 14,156 Stadium phone number: 1-800-THE-CUBS About the stadium: A taste of Wrigley came West with the debut of Sloan Park in 2014. Featuring a pair of light towers on its roof that mimic those of its inspirational counterpart in Chicago, the Cubs’ winter home in Mesa has a few touches that pay homage to Wrigley Field, none more cleverly integrated than the outfield berm, which is shaped and sloped to match the look of Wrigley’s iconic bleachers. While the brick backstop was easy to replicate, the ballpark’s designers at Populous got creative when creating the Cubs’ Arizona version of Wrigleyville’s rooftops and that’s how the left field-spanning rooftop party deck came into being.

Formerly known as Cubs Park, on Jan. 8, 2015, it was announced that Sloan Valve Company had signed a naming-rights deal to the ballpark, giving it its current Sloan Park name. During the seventh inning stretch, a fan is selected to stand on the dugout and lead the crowd in singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame.”

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Cubs’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Fri., March 4

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels

Sat., March 5

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Tues., March 8

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Wed., March 9

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Fri., March 11

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Sat., March 12

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Mon., March 14

1:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Thu., March 17

4:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Sun., March 20

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Fri., March 25

1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Sat., March 26

1:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Sun., March 27

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Tue., March 29

1:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Wed., March 30

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

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Chicago White Sox Players to watch: Jose Abreu, 1B; Melky Cabrera, LF; Adam Eaton, CF; Todd Frazier, 3B; Chris Sale, LHP. Top 5 prospects: Tim Anderson, SS; Carson Fulmer, RHP; Spencer Adams, RHP; Trey Michalczewski, 3B; Tyler Danish, RHP. Manager: Robin Ventura Team mascot: Southpaw After the game: Visit the Glendale Historic District. Explore the neo-Greek design of the Alex Theatre, Victorian homes, the Mayan-influenced Derby House and the castle-like El Miradero building.

Where they play: Camelback Ranch-Glendale, 10710 W. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85037 Seating capacity: 13,000 Stadium phone number: 623-302-5000 About the stadium: The first-rate baseball facility includes more than 118,000 square feet of Major and Minor League clubhouse space, 13 full baseball fields and three half-fields. There are eight full suites, four mini-suites, a press box, a suite-level party deck and a series of outfield terraces that create party areas. A fish-stocked lake separates the Dodgers and White Sox training facilities and offers aesthetic beauty and irrigation to complex landscaping and playing fields. The stadium’s playing field was sunken 12 feet below grade to improve sightlines. Fans are invited to enjoy the ballpark’s modern amenities, modern design and dramatic mountain views that create the most inviting Spring Training atmosphere in all of baseball.

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White Sox home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Fri., March 4

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Mon., March 6

1:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Tue., March 8

1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Wed., March 9

1:05 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Thu., March 10

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Sun., March 13

1:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Tue., March 15

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Fri., March 18

1:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Sat., March 19

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Tue., March 22

1:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Wed., March 23

1:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Thu., March 24

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Sat., March 26

6:40 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Tue., March 29

1:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

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Cincinnati Reds Players to watch: Jay Bruce, RF; Ivan De Jesus, 3B; Anthony DeSclafani, RHP; Brandon Phillips, 2B; Joey Votto, 1B. Top 5 prospects: Robert Stephenson, RHP; Cody Reed, LHP; Amir Garrett, LHP; Tyler Stephenson, C; Jesse Winker, OF. Manager: Bryan Price Team mascot: Mr. Red After the game: Visit Phoenix International Raceway, 7602 S. Avondale Blvd., Avondale, AZ 85353. This one-mile track built in 1964 hosts two NASCAR race weekends a year.

Where they play: Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, AZ 85338 Seating capacity: 10,311 Stadium phone number: 623-882-3120 About the stadium: Experience spring training in a facility like no other.

Goodyear Ballpark, spring training and player development home of the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds, is distinctly unique as compared with complexes in both Arizona and Florida. The facility has been integrated into a private mixed-use development designed to be the premier sports, entertainment, event and lifestyle destination for local residents and tourists. A 10,311-seat main ballpark features all lowerbowl seating, a 360 degree concourse with a constant field view, shaded club seating, an oasis of lawn seating, six luxurious suites, a third-floor terrace and a 500-seat pavilion in right field. Goodyear Ballpark features signature and traditional food concepts sure to please both the eyes and palates. Fans can experience a variety of tasteful selections throughout the concourse.

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Reds’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Wed., March 2,

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Fri., March 4

1:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Sun., March 6

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Mon., March 7

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Wed., March 9

1:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Fri., March 11

1:05 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Sat., March 12

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Tue., March 15

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Thu., March 17

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Sun., March 20

1:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Tue., March 22

1:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Fri., March 25

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Sat., March 26

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Mon., March 28

7:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Wed., March 30

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

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Cleveland Indians Players to watch: Michael Brantley, Carlos Carrasco, RHP; LF; Jason Kipnis, 2B; Corey Kluber, RHP; Carlos Santana, 1B. Top 5 prospects: Bradley Zimmer, OF; Clint Frazier, OF; Rob Kaminsky, LHP; Brady Aiken, LHP; Tyler Naquin, OF. Manager: Terry Francona Team mascot: Slider After the game: Eat at Majerle’s Sports Grill, 13375 W, McDowell Rd., #101, Goodyear, AZ 85395. This chain was started by former Phoenix Suns star Dan Majerle.

Where they play: Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, AZ 85338 Seating capacity: 10,311 Stadium phone number: 623-882-3120 About the stadium: Goodyear Ballpark — the spring training home of the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Indians — was voted as best place to see a spring training game in the Cactus League in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Poll. Overall, Goodyear Ballpark – the crown jewel of the city which has been gaining notice on a national level — also finished second nationally among Arizona and Florida spring training ballparks in the poll spearheaded by the newspaper’s longtime baseball writers Bob Nightengale and Paul White. Goodyear Ballpark, which was completed in 2009 and seats 10,311, also recently was named the top “must see” spring training facility by National Public Radio’s Pittsburgh station’s travel reporter Elaine Labalme, who traveled to spring training ballparks in both Arizona and Florida.

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Indians’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Tue., March 1

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Thu., March 3

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Sat., March 5

1:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Tues., March 8

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Thu., March 10

1:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Sun., March 13

1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Mon., March 14

1:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Wed., March 16

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Fri., March 18

1:05 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Sat., March 19

1:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Mon., March 21

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Wed., March 23

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Thu., March 24

7:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Sun., March 27

1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Tue., March 29

6:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Thu., March 31

12:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

2016

Colorado Rockies Players to watch: Nolan Arenado, 3B; Jorge De La Rosa, LHP; DJ LeMahieu, 2B; Ben Paulsen, 1B; Jose Reyes, SS. Top 5 prospects: Brendan Rodgers, SS; Jon Gray, RHP; David Dahl, OF; Jeff Hoffman, RHP; Ryan McMahon, 3B. Manager: Walt Weiss Team mascot: Dinger After the game: Visit Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256. A man-made rainforest filled with thousands of colorful, friendly butterflies in the middle of the desert.

Where they play: Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Seating capacity: 11,000 Stadium phone number: 480-270-5000 About the stadium: The complex consists of separate training facilities and clubhouses accommodating each team, as well as an 11,000-seat central stadium which features a uniquely designed roof structure that offers fans in the cross aisle plenty of shade. The stadium design offers completely open fan observation areas, allowing glimpses into the players’ daily lives and training routines. The stadium is at the heart of the development, with batting cages, practice fields and clubhouses radiating around it. The site also supports 12 practice fields and two soccer fields. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick will be the newest entertainment venue to carry the “Talking Stick” brand as it joins Talking Stick Golf Club and Talking Stick Resort.

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Rockies’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Wed., March 2

1:10 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Sat., March 5

1:10 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Mon., March 7

1:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Thu., March 10

1:10 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Fri., March 11

1:10 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Sun., March 13

1:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Tue., March 15

1:10 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Thu., March 17

1:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Sun., March 20

1:10 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Tue., March 22

1:10 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Thu., March 24

1:10 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Sat., March 26

1:10 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Mon., March 28

1:10 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

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1:10 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

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12:10 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

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Kansas City Royals Players to watch: Lorenzo Cain, CF; Eric Hosmer, 1B; Kendrys Morales, DH; Mike Moustakas, 3B; Edinson Volquez, P. Top 5 prospects: Raul A. Mondesi, SS; Kyle Zimmer, RHP; Bubba Starling, OF; Miguel Almonte, RHP; Nolan Watson, RHP. Manager: Ned Yost Team mascot: Sluggerrr After the game: Shop at Outlets at Anthem, 4250 W. Anthem Way, Phoenix, AZ 85086. A 374,000-squarefoot outlet mall featuring a variety of name brands discounted between 30 and 70 percent.

Where they play: Surprise Stadium, 15960 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise, AZ 85374 Seating capacity: 10,714 Stadium phone number: 623-222-2222 About the stadium: An impressive 124acre ballpark, Surprise Stadium is the spring training headquarters for the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers.

Joining the Cactus League in 2002, Surprise Stadium has six full practice fields and a half field. With a total of 10,500 seats, the stadium includes luxury boxes and multi-level seating. Visitors seeking a little sunshine can also relax on the outfield berm. Fans of the 2015 World Series champions can partake in a number of Southwestern and Midwestern dishes (burgers, pizza, ice cream and barbeque) from one of the many concession stands.

While training, the Royals take advantage of one of the two 37,000-square-foot fully equipped clubhouses.

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Royals’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Wed., March 2

1:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Thu., March 3

1:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Sat., March 5

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Tues., March 8

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Wed., March 9

1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Fri., March 11

1:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Sun., March 13

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Mon., March 14

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Wed., March 16

1:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Fri., March 18

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Sat., March 19

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Tues., March 22

6:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Sat., March 26

1:05 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Mon., March 28

1:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Tues., March 29

6:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

2016

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Players to watch: Kole Calhoun, RF; Albert Pujols, 1B; Garrett Richards, RHP; Huston Street, RHP; Mike Trout, CF. Top 5 prospects: Victor Alcantara, RHP; Joe Gatto, RHP; Nate Smith, LHP; Roberto Baldoquin, 2B/SS; Taylor Ward, C. Manager: Mike Scioscia After the game: Visit Tempe Marketplace, 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281. Need to get some new threads while you’re in town? Do it at Tempe Marketplace, which also has a theater and dining options to make a day out of it.

Where they play: Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Dr., Tempe, AZ 85282 Seating capacity: 9,600 Stadium phone number: 480-350-5205 About the stadium: Tempe Diablo Stadium is the second-smallest stadium in the Cactus League, but the facility has placed in the Top 6 in team attendance for the last five seasons. The Angels have set attendance records for the past three consecutive years at Tempe Diablo Stadium. The Tempe Diablo Stadium Complex was founded in 1968, underwent an extensive $20 million renovation in 2005 and was rededicated on March 3, 2006. The renovation included the main stadium, the Major League Fields and the Minor League Complex on site. The stadium and all of its facilities overlook Gene Autry Field and the beautiful Marriott Buttes Resort. Not only is the complex one of the more picturesque facilities, it is one of the most accessible complexes in the Phoenix Metro area.

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Angels’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Thu., March 3

1:10 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Sun., March 6

1:10 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Mon., March 7

1:10 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Wed., March 9

1:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Thu., March 10

1:10 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Sat., March 12

1:10 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Sun., March 13

1:10 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Mon., March 14

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Tue., March 15

1:10 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Fri., March 18

1:10 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Sat., March 19

1:10 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Tue., March 22

1:10 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Sat., March 26

1:10 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Mon., March 28

1:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Tue., March 29

1:10 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

2016

Los Angeles Dodgers Players to watch: Carl Crawford, LF; Adrian Gonzalez, 1B; Clayton Kershaw, LHP; Yasiel Puig, RF; Chase Utley, 2B. Top 5 prospects: Corey Seager, SS/3B; Julio Urias, LHP; Jose De Leon; Frankie Montas, RHP; Grant Holmes, RHP. Manager: Dave Roberts After the game: Visit Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85305. Shop, dine and play before or after the game at this entertainment hub.

Where they play: Camelback RanchGlendale, 10710 W. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85037 Seating capacity: 13,000 Stadium phone number: 623-302-5000 About the stadium: Camelback RanchGlendale is owned and operated by the city of Glendale. It is the spring training home of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox. There is a Walk of Fame along the water feature. Camelback Ranch opened on March 1, 2009 for the spring training home opener between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago White Sox. During the park’s first year, Dodgers fans noted and expressed their dismay at the absence of the Dodger Dog at the ballpark concession stands. The following season, Dodger Dogs began to be sold at the ballpark. In 2015, the Dodgers drew 147,066 fans to their 15 spring training games at Camelback Ranch (an average of just over 9,804 per game), setting a new franchise spring training record.

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Dodgers’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Thu., March 3

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Sat., March 5

1:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Mon., March 7

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Fri., March 11

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Sat., March 12

7:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Mon., March 14

1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Wed., March 16

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Thu., March 17

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Sun., March 20

1:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Mon., March 21

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Fri., March 25

7:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Sun., March 27

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Mon., March 28

7:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Wed., March 30

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

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Milwaukee Brewers Players to watch: Ryan Braun, OF; Khris Davis, OF; Taylor Jungmann, RHP; Jonathan Lucroy, C; Hernan Perez, 3B. Top 5 prospects: Orlando Arcia, SS; Brett Phillips, OF; Trent Clark, OF; Tyrone Taylor, OF; Gilbert Lara, SS. Manager: Craig Counsell Team mascot: Bernie Brewer After the game: Go to Haus Murphy’s, 5739 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301.

Chow down on German-inspired nosh to the sounds of a tuba and accordion player.

Where they play: Maryvale Baseball Park, 3600 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85031 Seating capacity: 10,000 Stadium Phone number: 623-245-5555 About the stadium: Built in 1998, Maryvale Baseball Park is the spring training home of the Milwaukee Brewers.

Milwaukee traditions have been brought to this open and relaxed stadium to make every Brewers fan feel at home. The park serves Bratwurst and, of course, hosts the Klement’s Sausage Race, just like at Miller Park. The concourse is shaded, but fans can enjoy the game in the sun along the outfield lawn. Much of the ballpark is painted blue to remind the fans of home, and its ease of access and relaxing setting has given the park a friendly atmosphere.

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Brewers’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Wed., March 2

1:05 p.m.

University of Wisconsin

Thu., March 3

1:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Fri., March 4

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Sun., March 6

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Mon., March 7

1:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Thu., March 10

1:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Fri., March 11

1:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Sat., March 12

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Wed., March 16

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Fri., March 18

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Sun., March 20

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Mon., March 21

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Thu., March 24

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Sat., March 26

1:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Tues., March 29

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

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2016

Oakland Athletics Players to watch: Billy Burns, CF; Sonny Gray, RF; Jed Lowrie, 3B; Josh Reddick, P; Stephen Vogt, C. Top 5 prospects: Franklin Barreto, SS; Matt Olson, 1B; Sean Manaea, LHP; Richie Martin, SS; Matt Chapman, 3B. Manager: Bob Melvin Team mascot: Stomper After the game: Eat where locals eat at Rosa’s Mexican Grill, 328 E. University Dr., Mesa, AZ 85201. Rosa’s meats are marinated in fruit juices for 12 hours and slowly cooked.

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Where they play: Hohokam Stadium, 1235 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201 Seating capacity: 12,500 Stadium phone number: 480-644-4451 About the stadium: In 1977, the Oakland Athletics opened the then newly built Hohokam Stadium. Thirty-seven years later, the A’s returned to Hohokam, this time with a state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Mesa.

Newly renovated with green and gold paint, a shaded terrace level, upgraded concessions and the largest high-definition scoreboard in the Cactus League, Hohokam Stadium is the perfect place to catch an A’s training game. In addition to multilevel seating, the stadium offers visitors plenty of picnic areas — a perfect place to feast on Bay Area-inspired food and beverage options. In 2013, the A’s established a 20-year agreement with Mesa to hold spring training at Hohokam Stadium, with the option to extend their contract to up to 30 years.

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Athletics’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Fri., March 4

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Sat., March 5

1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Mon., March 7

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Tues., March 8

1:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Thu., March 10

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Sun., March 13

1:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Mon., March 14

7:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Thu., March 17

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Sat., March 19

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Sun., March 20

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Thu., March 24

7:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Fri., March 25

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels

Sun., March 27

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Mon., March 28

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Wed., March 30

12:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

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San Diego Padres Players to watch: Tyson Ross, RHP; James Shields, RHP; Cory Spangenberg, 2B; Justin Upton, OF; Brett Wallace, 1B. Top 5 prospects: Manuel Margot, OF; Hunter Renfroe, OF; Javier Guerra, SS; Colin Rea, RHP; Jose Rondon, SS Manager: Andy Green Team mascot: Swinging Friar After the game: Eat at one of Grimaldi’s Pizzeria’s seven Valley locations. Pizza has been a family business for this institution for more than 100 years. The coal-fired brick oven bakes up fresh ingredients, including homemade mozzarella, that has swooned the stomachs of Rudy Giuliani and Frank Sinatra.

Where they play: Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria, AZ 85382 Seating capacity: 12,339 Stadium Phone number: 623-773-8700 About the stadium: Boasting a reputation of player accessibility, the Peoria Sports Complex has “Autograph Alley,” where fans of all ages have a chance to get their favorite player’s autograph. And if that isn’t enough, fans can arrive early in the morning at the stadium to see the players of their favorite teams practice for free. The Peoria Sports Complex has two private suites and a new pavilion in the outfield for groups of 20 to 300 fans. The ballpark originally opened in 1994 and has been a home away from home for the San Diego Padres for going on 22 years. There is also an ease of access ADA ramp from the seats to the field for wheelchairs and strollers to make coming and going easier for everyone. At the start of every season, the Padres and Mariners play their annual charity game, where proceeds are donated to community grant programs through the Peoria Diamond Club’s grant program.

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Padres’ home Cactus League Schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Thu., March 3

1:10 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Fri., March 4

7:10 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Sun., March 6

1:10 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Tue., March 8

1:10 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Fri., March 11

1:10 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Sat., March 12

2:30 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Tue., March 15

1:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Thu., March 17

7:10 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Sat., March 19

1:10 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Mon., March 21

7:10 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Tue., March 22

1:10 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Thu., March 24

1:10 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Sun., March 27

1:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Tue., March 29

1:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

2016

San Francisco Giants Players to watch: Brandon Belt, 1B; Madison Bumgarner, LHP; Brandon Crawford, SS; Matt Duffy, 3B; Buster Posey, C. Top 5 prospects: Tyler Beede, RHP; Christian Arroyo, SS; Phil Bickford, RHP; Lucius Fox, SS; Samuel Coonrod, RHP. Manager: Bruce Bochy Team mascot: Lou Seal After the game: Eat with the players at The Pink Pony, 3831 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Since the Cactus League started, The Pink Pony’s trendy and chef-driven environment has served as a popular watering hole for famous athletes.

Where they play: Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Seating capacity: 12,000 Stadium phone number: 480-990-7972 About the stadium: Established in the early 1950s, Scottsdale Stadium once housed the Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs and Oakland A’s.

The “new” Scottsdale Stadium opened in 1992 after a year of construction, with a facilities update in 2005, which included an expanded clubhouse, batting tunnel and practice fields, to name a few. Now home to the Giants, this spacious ballpark has plenty to offer, including a picturesque backdrop of Camelback Mountain. In addition to to being one of the larger parks within the Cactus League, the spring training home of the Giants offers ample seating for fans and easy access to concourse amenities.

While visiting the concession stands and Giants Dugout Stores, visitors can stop by the Arizona Fall League Hall and Scottsdale Sports Hall of Fame under the covered portion of the grandstand.

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Giants’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Wed., March 2

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels

Thu., March 3

1:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Sat., March 5

1:05 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Sun., March 6

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Tues., March 8

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Wed., March 9

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Fri., March 11

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Sat., March 12

1:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Sun, March 13

3:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Fri., March 18

7:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Sat., March 19

1:05 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Mon., March 21

1:05 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Thu., March 24

7:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Fri., March 25

1:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Sun., March 27

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Mon., March 28

1:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

2016

Seattle Mariners Players to watch: Robinson Cano, 2B; Nelson Cruz, OF; Franklin Gutierrez, OF; Felix Hernandez, RHP; Taijuan Walker, RHP. Top 5 prospects: Alex Jackson, OF; Luiz Gohara, LHP; D.J. Peterson, 3B/1B; Edwin Diaz, RHP; Tyler O’Neill, OF. Manager: Scott Servais Team mascot: Mariner Moose After the game: Check out Out of Africa Wildlife Park, 3505 W. State Route 260, Camp Verde, AZ 86322. Feed a tiger.

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Mariners’ home Cactus League Schedule

Where they play: Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria, AZ 85382 Seating capacity: 12,339 Stadium Phone number: 623-773-8700 About the stadium: Renovations have revamped the Peoria Sports Complex in recent years, with renovated entrance gates, a repainted stadium facade and shade trellis to complement the new clubhouse for players.

Originally built in 1994, the 2016 Cactus League season will be the 22nd season at the Peoria Sports Complex. Previous renovations added a an upper level terrace for group concession, which includes new concession stands, a bar and restrooms. Other renovations include new fixed seats with cup holders behind home plate and along the first and third base lines. Fans who are looking to pick up merchandise have a new team store to check out. Fans can enjoy the game from the wide variety of seats or from the grass outfield, where fans can spread a towel and soak in some rays while they watch the ballgame.

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Date

Time

Opponent

Wed., March 2

1:10 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Thu., March 3

1:10 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Sat., March 5

1:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Mon., March 7

1:10 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Wed., March 9

1:10 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Thu., March 10

1:10 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Sat., March 12

7:40 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Sun., March 13

1:10 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Mon., March 14

1:10 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Wed., March 16

1:10 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Fri., March 18

1:10 p.m.

Texas Rangers

Sat., March 19

7:10 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Sun., March 20

1:10 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Wed., March 23

7:10 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Fri., March 25

1:10 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Sat., March 26

1:10 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Mon., March 28

1:10 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

Wed., March 30

12:10 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Fri., April 1

7:10 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

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Texas Rangers Players to watch: Adrian Beltre, 3B; Yu Darvish, RHP; Prince Fielder, 1B/DH; Cole Hamels, LHP; Josh Hamilton, LF. Top 5 prospects: Joey Gallo, 3B/OF; Nomar Mazara, OF; Dillon Tate, RHP; Lewis Brinson, OF; Luis Ortiz, RHP. Manager: Jeff Banister Team mascot: Rangers Captain After the game: Eat at Macayo’s Mexican Kitchen, 15565 W. Bell Rd., Surprise, AZ 85374. For more than 60 years, this Phoenix-based chain has won over discerning tastebuds with its Mexican fare.

Where they play: Surprise Stadium, 15960 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise, AZ 85374 Seating capacity: 10,714 Stadium phone number: 623-222-2222 About the stadium: Surprise Stadium was designed by HOK Sport, built in 2002 and holds 10,714 people. It is the spring training home of the Kansas City Royals and the Texas Rangers and the home of the Arizona Fall League’s Surprise Saguaros. The stadium was also the home of the Golden Baseball League’s Surprise Fightin’ Falcons, who folded after their only season in 2005.

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Rangers’ home Cactus League schedule Date

Time

Opponent

Fri., March 4

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Sun., March 6

1:05 p.m.

Seattle Mariners

Mon., March 7

1:05 p.m.

San Francisco Giants

Thu., March 10

1:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox

Sat., March 12

1:05 p.m.

Oakland Athletics

Tue., March 15

1:05 p.m.

Cleveland Indians

Thu., March 17

6:05 p.m.

Milwaukee Brewers

Sun., March 20

1:05 p.m.

Los Angeles Angels

Mon., March 21

1:05 p.m.

Colorado Rockies

Wed., March 23

1:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs

Thu., March 24

1:05 p.m.

Cincinnati Reds

Fri., March 25

6:05 p.m.

San Diego Padres

Sun., March 27

1:05 p.m.

Arizona Diamondbacks

Wed., March 30

12:05 p.m.

Kansas City Royals

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