Cactus League 2019

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STARS AND SURPRISES

Among the pleasures of Arizona’s Cactus League Spring Training season is forecasting and later realizing what the promise of spring may bring. While the 2018 Los Angeles Dodgers were the odds-on favorite to win the National League West division and return to the World Series (which they did), who would have thought the Milwaukee Brewers would un-seat the Chicago Cubs in the NL Central and win the most games in the National League?

The Brewers have every reason to feel optimistic entering the 2019 Cactus League season at their recently remodeled Maryvale Baseball Park in Phoenix which received an approximately $60-million facelift during the off-season. Most of Milwaukee’s 2018 roster remains intact for the 2019 season including NL MVP Christian Yelich who is signed with the team for at least three more years with an option on a fourth.

The Dodgers are returning to the team’s Camelback Ranch Stadium spring home in Glendale as the reigning National League champions for the second consecutive season and NL West champions for the sixth year in a row. Los Angeles opens the Spring Training season with their shared tenant Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch Stadium on February 23.

It was a banner year for Cactus League teams in the National League capturing four of the five post season playoff spots. Like the Brewers and Cubs, the Dodgers and Rockies also finished the 162-game regular season tied with identical records before Los Angeles won the one-game playoff to capture the division, landing Colorado in the Wild Card spot.

the AL West, Ohtani did not disappoint, capturing the 2018 AL Rookie of the Year Award. Due to injury, Ohtani will not pitch in 2019 but, is expected to continue his contribution with the bat this season. The Angels open the spring season against the San Francisco Giants at Tempe Diablo Stadium on February 23.

The San Francisco Giants struggled through a second consecutive injury riddled campaign but improved upon the team’s previous last place finish. The Giant’s Scottsdale Stadium spring home remains one of the Cactus League’s most popular destinations in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale.

The Cleveland Indians captured their third consecutive AL Central pennant and was one of two Cactus League teams in the American League to reach the post season.The Indians share the Goodyear Ballpark with their cross-state, cross league Cincinnati Reds and the teams open their Cactus League seasons on February 23.

The Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers both landed in last place of their respective AL Central and AL West divisions in 2018 and will face each other in their spring season opener at Surprise Stadium on February 23.

The first two-team Spring Training facility in the major leagues, the Peoria Sports Complex (623.773.7000, peoriasportscomplex.com) is the shared spring home of the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners.The Mariners will play the home opener at Peoria against the Oakland A’s on February 22 and face the Padres on February 23.

The Rockies have shared the spectacular Salt River Fields at Talking Stick Spring Training facility with division rival Arizona Diamondbacks since 2011. Located on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, the Rockies will face the Mariners in their Cactus League opener at the Salt River Fields on February 24.

The Arizona Diamondbacks play the Cleveland Indians at Goodyear Ballpark the same day.

The Chicago Cubs are entering the team’s sixth spring season at Sloan Park in Mesa which still sparkles like brand new. Picking up right they left off, the Cubs open the Cactus League season at home against the division rival Milwaukee Brewers in one of the most highly anticipated games on the schedule.

The most surprising success the American League, the 2018 Oakland Athletics posted a 97-65 record, a 22-game improvement for the previous season, reaching the post season for the first time in four years rejuvenating the team’s fan base.

The A’s open the Spring Training season at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa vs. their AL West division rival Seattle Mariners on February 21.

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ALL-STAR ACCOMMODATIONS

Among the latest in the line of renovated Classic Hotels, the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa (8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix, 602.438.9000, ClassicHotels.com) is located at the base of the South Mountain Preserve.

Arizona’s only AAA Four Diamond all-suite resort, all 744 newly redesigned one, two, and three-bedroom suites provide resort guests with a “home away from home” experience.The Resort provides six unique dining options as well as the Oasis Water Park, Arizona’s ultimate water adventure.

The Arizona Grand Resort and Spa is conveniently located less than three miles from the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim’s Tempe Diablo Stadium with easy access to Interstate 10 and all of the East Valley ballparks.

Conveniently located just off AZ-101 near the Desert Ridge Marketplace, the Cambria Hotel North Scottsdale Desert Ridge (4425 East Irma Lane, Phoenix, 480.676.5301, ChoiceHotels.com/Cambria) opened in December of 2017 and offers luxurious rooms, grounds and surroundings at remarkably affordable rates.

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Cambria’s Social Circle™, a full-service restaurant and bar, features regionally inspired Southwestern cuisine like Lemon Seared Atlantic Salmon served over green chile grits, topped with guacamole and slice of seared lemon.The dining room provides an open atmosphere and fireplace sitting room overlooking the hotel’s pool, patio and desert landscape.

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The hotel’s CustomFit™ fitness center is open 24-hours and nearby attractions include the Kierland Commons shopping district, McDowell Mountain Regional Park and Musical Instrument Museum.

Located 13 miles from Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 20 miles from Scottsdale Stadium and a half-hour’s drive to the Valley’s other ballparks with easy access to the 101 Loop.

The Cambria Hotel Phoenix Chandler – Fashion Center (3165 West Fry Road, Chandler, 520.448.3434, ChoiceHotels.com/Cambria) located in the burgeoning East Valley bio-tech, research, technology, health care and education corridor, is just 10 miles from the Chicago Cubs’ Sloan Park spring training facility and 12 miles from the L.A. Angels’ Tempe Diablo Stadium.

The hotel’s Social Circle™ restaurant and bar makes for a great place to unwind with a signature Green Chile Burger featuring eight ounces of Angus beef topped with green chile, pepper jack cheese, over hard egg, and avocado aoili on a brioche bun paired with a locally brewed SanTan HefeWeizen wheat beer.

Nearby attractions include:The Chandler Fashion Center, ASU Engineering Center, Mesa Arts Center, and the Arizona Railway Museum.

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Located in the heart of Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation on the eastern edge of Scottsdale, Fort McDowell Destination (10438 N. Fort McDowell Road, Scottsdale, 480.789.5300, FortMcDowellDestination.com) offers premium accommodations, championship golf, fun gaming, Southwestern entertainment and unique shopping.

With striking views of Red Mountain, the McDowell Mountains, Four Peaks and the Superstitions, the AAA Four Diamond WeKoPa Resort and Conference Center (10438 N. Fort McDowell Road, Scottsdale, 480.789.5300,WeKoPaResortandConferenceCenter.com) located on the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation offers luxurious accommodations with natural surroundings adjacent to the town of Fountain Hills and North Scottsdale. Boasting 246 regionally-inspired and well-appointed rooms, WeKoPa’s extensive amenities include its own Amethyst Spa and Fitness Center, two championship golf courses with spectacular scenic backdrops, and the Ahnala Mesquite Room restaurant. Visit the neighboring Fort McDowell Casino (10424 N. Fort McDowell Road, Fort McDowell, 800.843.3678, FortMcDowellCasino.com) for gaming and live entertainment.

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Verrado Golf Club (4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye, 623.388.3000, VerradoGolfClub.com) offers 36 holes of championship level golf designed by former number one ranked golfer and Ryder Cup Team Captain Tom Lehman. The Verrado Golf Club’s Founder’s Course and Victory Course cover more than 7,000 yards meandering through the desert landscape affording up close views of the region’s active wildlife and stunning scenery.

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Fort McDowell Adventures (14803 N. Hiawatha Hood Road, Fort McDowell, 480.789.5300, FortMcDowellAdventures.com) offers hiking, kayaking, trail rides, off-road tours, Segway adventures, and cattle drives through the Verde River, all accessible through the WeKoPa Resort.

Enjoy an aftergame party at the Gila River Hotels & Casinos (800.946.4452, PlayAtGila.com). Just over 20 minutes from the Cactus League’s East Valley ballparks, the Four Diamond Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino (5040 Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, Chandler, 520.796.4900, PlayAtGila.com) is located on the fringes of the Sonoran Desert’s ancient Native American community and untamed wilderness surroundings. Enjoy delectable dining at seven restaurants, lively nightlife and gaming, or relax at the heated outdoor pool and hot tub while staying in a sophisticated suite.

As the resort’s name implies wild horses can be observed roaming the terrain in front of the desert mountain backdrop and horseback riding lessons and excursions are offered at the nearby Koli Equestrian Center.The nearby Whirlwind Golf Club’s 36-holes are artfully designed to preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Gila River Indian Community. After golf, enjoy the award-winning Aji Spa which contains 17 treatment rooms featuring native treatments for the mind, body and soul.

The Lone Butte Casino (1077 S. Kyrene Road, Chandler, 800.946.4452, PlayAtGila.com) features more than 800 new and popular slot machines and 24 Las Vegas style gaming tables as well as its Big City Sports Lounge sports bar and 750-seat bingo hall.

At Holiday Inn Club Vacations® Scottsdale Resort (7677 E. Princess Boulevard, Scottsdale, 866.206.1402, holidayinnclubvacations.com/scottsdale), you’ll enjoy the comfort of spacious villas with fully-equipped kitchens, living rooms and separate bedrooms. Relax by sparkling pools, make a splash on the waterslides of Splash Canyon, dine onsite at the ArteZania Kitchen & Cantina, or shoot some pool in the activity center. Plus, there’s free Wi-Fi and parking.

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ARIZONA DESTINATIONS

In a quick 3½-hour drive from Phoenix, you can take in one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – the Grand Canyon! This National Park makes for a great daytrip excursion to complete your Arizona getaway.

Located one mile from the Grand Canyon’s South Rim entrance, the National Geographic Visitor Center at the Grand Canyon (450 Highway 64, Grand Canyon, 928.638.2468, ExploreTheCanyon.com) makes a great starting point to plan and prepare for a visit to one of the State and Country’s greatest natural wonders. Free maps and area information are available and visitors can watch Grand Canyon:The Hidden Secrets in IMAX format on a giant six-story high screen. Ground and air tours of the canyon can be booked at the center which also contains one of only five National Geographic Stores in the world and get meals all day at the Explorer’s Café.

The Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel, (406 Canyon Plaza Lane, Grand Canyon Village, 928.638.2673, GrandCanyonPlaza.com) located one mile from the South entrance of Grand Canyon National Park, and 7 miles from the South Rim, puts you within minutes of America’s breathtaking natural wonder.

Enjoy a morning hike and a lazy afternoon lounging by the pool or soaking in the hot tub at this family friendly hotel. Return to the canyon in time to catch the vibrant sunset!

Experience Grand Canyon hassle-free in a Pink® Jeep® Wrangler with Pink Adventure Tours (800.873.3662, PinkJeep.com/homerun). Choose from 7 tours to suit your ambition. Enjoy sweeping canyon views at lookouts that aren’t available to the general public, hike below the South Rim, learn history, geology, and see marine fossil beds and majestic landmarks. Park admission and IMAX tickets included.

Travel to the west rim of the Grand Canyon to experience the Canyon from the famous Legacy Skywalk, drop into the Canyon by helicopter and experience a river sightseeing tour. For the adrenaline seeker, soar 500 feet above the floor of a spectacular side canyon at 40 mph at the Zip Line at Grand Canyon West (5001 E. Diamond Bar Road, Peach Springs, 928.769.2636, GrandCanyonWest.com).

About halfway between Phoenix and the Grand Canyon, the out-of-this world Meteor Crater (I-40 & Exit 233, 800.289.5898, MeteorCrater.com) meteorite impact site is 35 miles east of the piney college town of Flagstaff, which is just a two-hour drive north of Phoenix but worlds away in climate and terrain. The whole family will enjoy a guided rim tour at the interactive Discovery Center at Meteor Crater.

Arizona’s high country, Flagstaff (FlagstaffArizona.org) rises to a 7,000- foot elevation and serves as an outdoor enthusiast’s destination for spring/summer hiking, biking, mountain climbing and boating. Nostalgia bugs will get their kicks at a variety of Route 66 attractions. If you’re interested in food and especially drink, Flagstaff has seven craft breweries within walking distance.

While in town, stop by the Lowell Observatory (lowell.edu), credited with the discovery of Pluto, for a guided tour and gaze through a specially equipped solar telescope to have a different perspective of the sun and stars.

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Just 15 minutes from Salt River Fields at Talking Stick and 20 minutes from Scottsdale Stadium, with easy access to the AZ-101 Loop freeway to the east or west, the whole family will call the Holiday Inn Club Vacations® Scottsdale Resort home base for all Spring Training games.

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While the spring season in Arizona is dominated by baseball and the Cactus League, golf is also omnipresent in the Valley all year long and JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa (5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix, 480.293.5000, Marriott.com) is a duffer’s paradise.The Wildfire Golf Club features two challenging championship golf courses, designed by golf idols Arnold Palmer and Nick Faldo.

This JW Marriott features Four Diamond service, five sparkling pools, a lazy river and waterslide. Children will enjoy the kid’s activity center while you relax at the modern fitness center or the upscale spa and salon. Satisfy every craving in the Resort’s restaurants and bars, from casual poolside fare to fine dining. All guest rooms boast lovely views through oversized windows, pampering bedding, plush robes and luxury amenities.

A longtime favorite destination among locals, visitors and celebrities since opening in 1988, there’s no telling who you might bump into at The Phoenician Scottsdale (6000 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.941.8200,ThePhoenician.com), an iconic AAA Five Diamond, A Luxury Collection Resort operated by Marriott International. The spacious 250-acre property located at the base of the city’s landmark Camelback Mountain offers two distinct options in one locale; the renowned 585-room resort and its 60-room, Forbes Five Star, AAA Five Diamond boutique hotel,The Canyon Suites.

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The entire resort has undergone a major redesign transformation including a major expansion of the Phoenician Spa and Phoenician Athletic Club, both making their debuts in March and April last year. Offering an array of activities, the Athletic Club includes a seven-court tennis center, two pickleball courts, an indoor basketball court and a 2,100-sqft Activity Center. The Phoenician Golf Club’s 18-hole, par-71, course remains one of the resort’s most sought-after features following a 10-month redesign and renovation project completed this past fall. The Phoenician’s redesigned three-tiered seven-pool complex includes familyfriendly reserved seating as well as adults-only, reserved seating and cabanas.

Newly and fully renovated, The Scott Resort & Spa (4925 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.945.7666, ClassicHotels.com) is the newest addition to Classic Hotels and Resorts and commonly being called the most Instagram-able resort in town! Remaining very much a desert oasis,The Scott Resort’s main pool is a focal point of the property and its two accompanying restaurants.The Canal Club, guided by Chef de Cuisine Chris Castro, features modern American cuisine with a Cuban twist, a sophisticated wine list, and a 1930s Havana aesthetic, offering breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Canal Club Poolside offers refreshing tropical themed poolside drinks, bar snacks, appetizers, sandwiches and salads.

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The Scott’s recently refurbished La Vidorra Spa features six private sun-washed treatment rooms.The La Boca Pool features private cabanas available for daily rental and is lit up by fire pits at night.The La Playa Pool offers a sandy beach where sand castle building is encouraged!

Located across Scottsdale Road from Scottsdale Fashion Square and the City’s dining, shopping and entertainment district,The Scott is also just down the road from Scottsdale Stadium and within a 20-minute drive from the Valley’s east side ballparks.

The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch (7700 E McCormick Parkway, Scottsdale,TheScottsdaleResort.com) welcomes you to a secluded oasis.

Here you’ll discover a AAA Four Diamond retreat for the senses. Celebrate the pampering indulgence of Luna Spa. Savor the locally-sourced creations of artisan chefs. Schedule a sunrise tee time on nearby McCormick Ranch Golf Course. Or,

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simply enjoy the sun-drenched mountain vistas poolside.

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WHILE IN ARIZONA… VISIT A PARK

The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch is located just over three miles from Salt River Fields at Talking Stick and five miles from Scottsdale Stadium.

From Slide Rock State Park to Kartchner Caverns State Park, Arizona State Parks and Trails (877.697.2757, AZStateParks.com) have recently been voted among the best in the USA! Enjoy a wide variety of outdoor activities scheduled in nearly three dozen designated Arizona State Parks.

The Arizona Premier Trails system includes up to 100 premier trails offering a diverse variety of unique trails highlighting the State’s cultural history divided into seven categories including: Recreation, Interpretive, Historic/Cultural, Scenic, Riparian, National and System.

The first major league baseball facility built on Native American land, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick is intrinsically connected to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community’s Discover Salt River (888.979.5010,TalkingStickArizona.com) surroundings and its neighboring 15-story Talking Stick Resort Casino (480.850.7777,TalkingStickResort.com). The Resort’s Casino Arizona at Talking Stick is open 24 hours a day.

The Salt River Grand Ballroom boasts national performing acts year-round and The Spa at Talking Stick is a 13,000-sqft open-air facility offering rejuvenating Native American treatments.

A free shuttle bus is available to and from the Talking Stick Resort to Salt River Fields at Talking Stick before, during and after games.

The Pavilions retail shopping district, Octane Raceway, Velocity VR, Butterfly Wonderland sanctuary, the OdySea Aquarium, Dolphinaris Arizona,Topgolf, and multiple hotels can all be found on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community located on the eastern edge of Scottsdale.

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ARTS/ACTIVITIES WHILE VISITING

With three daily jousting tournaments, court jesters, living mermaids, knights in shining armor, a village marketplace with 200 artisan shops, a 13-stage theater with non-stop entertainment and, of course, giant smoked turkey legs, the 31st Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace runs from February 9 – March 31st Saturdays, Sundays and President’s Day Monday (12601 US-60, Gold Canyon, 520.463.2600, arizona.renfestinfo.com).

The Great Fair of Fine Arts and Crafts (10 am – 5pm, February 22 – 24, 2019) in Fountain Hills features the work of approximately 500 artists drawing nearly 200,000 visitors over the weekend with food booths, a beer garden and live entertainment. FountainHillsArtFairs.com

The St. Patrick’s Day “Greening” of Fountain Hills’ world-famous Fountain in Fountain Park is scheduled to turn green at noon as part of the Irish Fountain Fest’s festivities with corned beef and cabbage, Irish music and a beer garden available from 11a.m. – 6p.m. March 16, 2019. ExperienceFountainHills.org, 480.816.5185

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2019 CACTUS LEAGUE SPRING TRAINING BASEBALL SCHEDULE

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Schedule subject to change. Please check with the team website or www.cactusleague.com to confirm dates & times.

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Athletics at DIAMONDBACKS Brewers at ANGELS Cubs at DODGERS Padres at CUBS Rangers at INDIANS Rockies at ROYALS White Sox at GIANTS Reds at MARINERS

Angels at WHITE SOX Cubs at REDS Rockies at RANGERS Dodgers at GIANTS Indians at PADRES Reds at DIAMONDBACKS

Angels at ATHLETICS Diamondbacks at CUBS Giants at REDS Padres at BREWERS Rangers at MARINERS Royals at WHITE SOX Dodgers at ROYALS Indians at ROCKIES

Angels at ROCKIES Cubs at RANGERS Diamondbacks at PADRES Mariners at INDIANS Royals at GIANTS Dodgers at ATHLETICS Indians at BREWERS Reds at WHITE SOX

Brewers at ROCKIES Cubs at ANGELS Diamondbacks at ROYALS 6:05 pm Mariners at PADRES Padres at WHITE SOX Rangers at ATHLETICS White Sox at INDIANS

Athletics at MARINERS 6:40 pm Angels at ROCKIES Diamondbacks at BREWERS Giants at RANGERS Padres at REDS 6:05pm Royals at CUBS Indians at DODGERS 7:05pm

Athletics at PADRES* 6:40pm Brewers at GIANTS 7:05pm Athletics at ROCKIES Mariners at WHITE SOX Angels at RANGERS Padres* at REDS* 6:05pm Giants at DODGERS Royals* at RANGERS* 7:05pm Rangers at Royals* at MARINERS 6:40pm DIAMONDBACKS 6:40pm White Sox at ROYALS White Sox at BREWERS Reds* at CUBS 7:05pm Reds at INDIANS

Angels at PADRES Brewers at DODGERS Diamondbacks at RANGERS Rockies at CUBS Royals at GIANTS White Sox at DIAMONDBACKS Indians at REDS

Giants at WHITE SOX Padres at INDIANS Dodgers at RANGERS 7:05pm Reds at ROCKIES

Cubs at ROYALS 6:05pm Mariners at CUBS Padres at DIAMONDBACKS Rangers at BREWERS Rockies at ANGELS 6:10pm White Sox at REDS 6:05pm Indians at DODGERS 7:05pm

Angels at DODGERS TBD Brewers at DIAMONDBACKS Cubs at PADRES 12:10pm Giants at ATHLETICS Rockies at REDS 12:05pm Royals at RANGERS 12:05pm Indians at WHITE SOX 12:05pm

Athletics at GIANTS 6:45pm Padres at MARINERS 7:10pm White Sox at DIAMONDBACKS 6:40pm Dodgers at ANGELS 7:07pm Indians at RANGERS 7:05pm

Athletics at GIANTS 6:45pm Padres at MARINERS White Sox at DIAMONDBACKS 12:40pm Dodgers at ANGELS 7:07pm Indians at RANGERS 7:05pm

Brewers at INDIANS Cubs at ATHLETICS Diamondbacks at ROCKIES Giants at MARINERS 6:40pm Padres at ANGELS 6:10pm White Sox at DODGERS 7:05pm Indians at ROYALS

Angels at INDIANS 6:05pm Brewers at PADRES Diamondbacks at WHITE SOX Royals at ROCKIES 6:40pm Dodgers at CUBS 7:05pm Indians at GIANTS 7:05pm Reds at RANGERS

Athletics at CUBS Brewers at REDS Giants at BREWERS Padres at ROYALS Rangers at ANGELS Rockies at DODGERS White Sox at MARINERS Indians at DIAMONDBACKS

MARCH

Angels* at DODGERS Brewers at RANGERS Cubs at GIANTS Diamondbacks at INDIANS Mariners at ROCKIES Royals at ATHLETICS White Sox at PADRES Reds at ANGELS*

Athletics at MARINERS

Brewers at CUBS Giants at ANGELS Padres at MARINERS Rangers at ROYALS Rockies at DIAMONDBACKS White Sox* at ATHLETICS Dodgers at WHITE SOX* Indians at REDS

Brewers at MARINERS Cubs at DIAMONDBACKS Padres at DODGERS* 6:05 pm Rockies at ATHLETICS Royals at ANGELS White Sox at RANGERS Dodgers* at INDIANS 6:05 pm Reds at GIANTS 7:05 pm

Angels at REDS Brewers at CUBS Giants at PADRES Mariners at ROYALS Rangers at GIANTS Rockies at WHITE SOX Dodgers at DIAMONDBACKS Indians at ATHLETICS

Cubs at MARINERS 6:40pm Diamondbacks at BREWERS Giants at INDIANS 6:05pm Padres at ATHLETICS Rangers at ROCKIES Royals at DODGERS 7:05pm White Sox at ANGELS Reds at ROYALS

Angels at CUBS Brewers at ATHLETICS Cubs at GIANTS Diamondbacks at ROCKIES Mariners at DODGERS Rockies at INDIANS Royals at DIAMONDBACKS White Sox at RANGERS Reds at PADRES 6:40pm

Angels at BREWERS 6:40pm Giants at DIAMONDBACKS Rangers* at CUBS Rangers* at ROYALS Rockies at INDIANS Dodgers at PADRES 6:40pm Reds at DODGERS

Angels at GIANTS Cubs at WHITE SOX Diamondbacks at ANGELS Padres at BREWERS Royals at ROCKIES Dodgers at REDS 6:05pm Indians at RANGERS

Brewers at ROYALS Cubs at DIAMONDBACKS Padres at GIANTS Rangers at REDS Rockies at BREWERS Royals at PADRES Dodgers at WHITE SOX Indians at ANGELS

Angels at DIAMONDBACKS Giants at CUBS Rangers at WHITE SOX Royals at REDS Dodgers at BREWERS Indians at RANGERS Reds at MARINERS 6:40pm

Angels at MARINERS 6:40pm Cubs at INDIANS 6:05pm Diamondbacks at DODGERS Giants at ROYALS 6:05pm Padres at ROCKIES* 6:40pm Rangers at CUBS Rockies* at GIANTS 7:05pm White Sox at ANGELS Reds at BREWERS

Angels at PADRES Brewers at RANGERS Cubs at ROCKIES 6:40pm Diamondbacks at GIANTS Royals at BREWERS White Sox at DODGERS 12:05pm Reds at INDIANS

Athletics at GIANTS 7:05pm Angels at ROYALS Brewers at WHITE SOX Mariners at REDS 6:05pm Rangers at PADRES Rockies at CUBS Dodgers at ANGELS Indians at DIAMONDBACKS