Red Sox Announce 2026 Spring Training Schedule
The Red Sox will begin their 2026 spring training on February 20 at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, Florida, with their traditional opener against Northeastern, the team announced Wednesday.
Grapefruit League Highlights
- February 21: Visit the Minnesota Twins, starting their 28-game Grapefruit League slate.
- March 3: Host Puerto Rico’s World Baseball Classic team for a pre-tournament exhibition game.
- March 4: Play the New York Yankees at home.
- March 14: Hold a minor league exhibition called “Futures at Fenway South” at JetBlue Park.
- March 18: Play the Yankees again, this time in Tampa.
- March 20: Participate in the Spring Breakout prospect game against the Orioles in Sarasota, Florida.
- March 24: Final preseason game at the Twins.
Opening Day Details
Opening Day for the regular season is scheduled for March 26 against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati.
"The Red Sox will open their 2026 spring training schedule with the traditional game against Northeastern on Feb. 20 at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, Fla., the team announced Wednesday."
"Since the Sox are not hosting the Spring Breakout prospect showcase, they plan to put on their own version, dubbed 'Futures at Fenway South,' a minor league exhibition at JetBlue Park on March 14."
Overall, the schedule blends traditional matchups with new events to prepare the team before the season starts.
Author's summary: The Red Sox unveiled their 2026 spring training schedule featuring key games against rivals, a new minor league showcase, and a March 26 Opening Day at Cincinnati.