2026 MLB Spring Breakout Details
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Event Overview
Major League Baseball (MLB) will host its 2026 Spring Breakout event from March 19 to 22, 2026. The four-day prospect showcase features MLB clubs and many top young players in exhibition games during Spring Training.
Spring Breakout debuted in 2024 and quickly became a highlight of the spring schedule. In the 2025 event, 68 of the Top 100 prospects from MLB Pipeline appeared on team rosters. The showcase continues to grow in importance for player development and scouting.
Schedule Overview – Florida Venues
The 2026 Spring Breakout schedule includes 16 games played across Florida and Arizona. Below, we list the confirmed Florida matchups.
- March 19 — Marlins vs. Astros at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches, West Palm Beach, FL.
- March 19 — Phillies vs. Twins at Lee Health Sports Complex, Fort Myers, FL.
- March 19 — Rays vs. Mets at Clover Park, Port St. Lucie, FL.
- March 20 — Red Sox vs. Orioles at Ed Smith Stadium, Sarasota, FL.
- March 20 — Tigers vs. Pirates at LECOM Park, Bradenton, FL.
- March 21 — Braves vs. Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field, Tampa, FL.
- March 21 — Blue Jays vs. Phillies at BayCare Ballpark, Clearwater, FL.
- March 21 — Nationals vs. Cardinals at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, Jupiter, FL.
Teams will play additional games in Arizona. MLB will announce start times and broadcast details closer to the event.
Why It Matters
Spring Breakout offers fans and organizations a first look at the next wave of MLB talent. Prospects compete in MLB spring ballparks and gain experience on a big-league stage. Fans enjoy a rare chance to watch emerging stars before they debut in the majors. The event also gives player development staffs valuable opportunities to evaluate talent in a competitive setting.
Fan Experience in Florida
For fans attending Spring Training in Florida, Spring Breakout adds another key event to the baseball calendar. Games take place in smaller ballparks, giving fans close-up views and potential autograph opportunities with future big leaguers.
For full details and updates, visit the official MLB Spring Breakout page.
MLB Spring Breakout