Pittsburgh Pirates – Grapefruit League
The Pittsburgh Pirates hold Spring Training at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida. As part of the Grapefruit League, the Pirates train here each spring before the regular season. This page includes photos and a map of the ballpark, links to official MLB resources, and Bradenton weather information.
LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida, has hosted Pirates Spring Training for decades, forming one of Florida’s longest continuous relationships between a team and its site. The facility opened as McKechnie Field and operated for many years without lights. Its distinctive boardwalk spans the outfield, offering 360-degree circulation for fans. A tiki bar in right-center field provides drinks with views of the game. The organization maintains the ballpark’s historic character by preserving original architectural elements. Just south of downtown Bradenton and about 10 miles from Anna Maria Island beaches, the ballpark blends accessibility with tradition. The nearby Pirate City training complex handles most practice activities, allowing LECOM Park to focus on hosting games.
After Spring Training, the Pirates compete in the National League. LECOM Park also hosts the Florida State League (FSL) team, the Bradenton Marauders. During the summer, the Florida Complex League (FCL) runs its season, and the FCL Pirates play at nearby Pirate City.
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