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Get all the information you need to know about when Yankees Spring Training starts so you can be there to support your team!
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Introduction
Spring training is a time for Major League Baseball (MLB) teams to prepare for the upcoming regular season. Players report to camp to practice and exhibition games are hosted in the weeks leading up to Opening Day.
The New York Yankees are one of the most iconic baseball teams in MLB history. The Yankees have won 27 World Series championships, more than any other team in the league. Fans turn out in droves to see the team play every year, both during the regular season and spring training.
If you’re a Yankees fan who is wondering when spring training starts this year, look no further! We’ve got all the information you need to know about when the team reports to camp and when their exhibition games will be held.
History of Yankees Spring Training
The New York Yankees are a professional baseball team based in the Bronx, New York. They compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) East division. They are one of two Major League clubs based in New York City, the other being the New York Mets of the National League. The Yankees began play in the 1901 season as the Baltimore Orioles (no relation to the modern Baltimore Orioles). In 1903, Frank Farrell and Bill Devery purchased the franchise after it ceased operations and moved it to New York City, renaming the club the New York Highlanders. The Highlanders were officially renamed the Yankees in 1913.
The team is owned by Yankee Global Enterprises, an LLC controlled by the family of Managing General Partner Hal Steinbrenner, who owns 20% of Yankee Global Enterprises, and by Gotham Baseball Ventures LLC and Preston Renehan’s Centerplate Inc., which own 60% and 20%, respectively. George Steinbrenner, patriarch of the Steinbrenner family and long-time owner of the Yankees, died in July 2010 after launching major changes to Yankee Stadium and spending lavishly on free agents.;[4][5] his funeral was held at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on August 3.[6]
In baseball, spring training is a series of practices and exhibition games preceding the start of the regular season. Spring training allows new players to try out for roster and position spots, and gives established players practice time prior to competitive play. Spring training has always attracted fan attention, drawing crowds who travel to see their favorite teams play exhibitions against other high-profile opponents. Atlanta Braves fans travel to Orlando to see their team play matches against defending World Series champions;[7] Dodger fans travel all over Arizona to catch a glimpse of their favorite players;[8] Cardinals fans head down to Jupiter;[9] while Twins fans make their way to Fort Myers.[10] From 1955 to 2016, teams played in Florida and Arizona during spring training;[11][12][13][14] this was caused by perennial warm weather conditions at those locations during February and March.[15][16] Since 2017, Florida has hosted all Grapefruit League teams except for those based in Western Pennsylvania – Pittsburgh Pirates ( Bradenton), Philadelphia Phillies (Clearwater) – who train at Complexe Sportif Roland Garros in Lecce instead.[17][18][19] Meanwhile all Cactus League teams continue to train in Arizona with no plans on leaving that state anytime soon.[20][21]
When does Yankees Spring Training start in 2020?
The New York Yankees Spring Training is set to begin on February 22, 2020.
How to get tickets to Yankees Spring Training
Yankees Spring Training is a very popular event, and tickets can be difficult to come by. There are a few ways to get tickets, however.
-The Yankees website sometimes release tickets closer to the event.
-Another way to get tickets is through resellers like StubHub or Vivid Seats.
-You can also try your luck at the box office, although tickets will likely be sold out.
-If you’re willing to wait in line, you may be able to get tickets from people who are leaving the game early.
Conclusion
Spring training is a great time to catch up with old friends, make new ones, and get a head start on the baseball season. While the Yankees have not yet announced their official spring training schedule, we know that they will be in Tampa, Florida for their first game on February 23rd. Be sure to mark your calendars and plan accordingly!
