Overview
- First pitch is 1:05 PM ET at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa.
- Spring games serve to fine-tune the pitching staff, set bullpen roles, decide final roster spots, with player health under close watch.
- The Yankees enter 2026 with championship expectations after a deep postseason run, retaining Aaron Judge and Gerrit Cole and reinforcing the rotation and bullpen.
- The Braves seek improvement following a 76–86 finish last season, led by Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson.
- Player availability could fluctuate as the World Baseball Classic approaches and teams manage workloads.