You know we’re getting closer to baseball when Spring Training report dates are made official by Major League Baseball and its teams.
Cubs pitchers and catchers have an official report date of Wednesday, Feb. 11 — that’s just four weeks from now! The first full squad workout is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 16. Cubs position players who are participating in the World Baseball Classic have a report date of Thursday, Feb. 12.
The first Cubs Spring Training game, against the White Sox at Sloan Park, will be Friday, Feb. 20 — start the countdown, that’s just 37 days away.
Lastly, the Cubs are scheduled to have their annual photo day on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at Sloan Park. There are always some fun poses to share with you after photo day.
Baseball… returning soon!