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Every Major League Baseball season begins with spring training. This is the name given to the preseason part of the MLB season when every team convenes at a facility in either Florida or Arizona to train and play exhibition games to prepare for the season. Following the long offseason, fans always look forward to spring training because it gives them the chance to watch baseball games for the first time in the new year.

Even though there are only exhibition games during spring training, online sportsbooks still include spring training games. However, betting on spring training games is a little different from baseball betting during the regular season . That’s why we at Stake.com created a spring training guide that includes MLB spring training betting tips.

What is MLB Spring Training?

MLB spring training is a blanket term for all practices and exhibition games that MLB have before the start of the regular season. It provides established players a chance to properly prepare for the season while giving young and unproven players a chance to earn a roster spot. Some teams go to Arizona for spring training while others go to Florida, but all 30 MLB teams are a part of it.

History of MLB Spring Training

In 1869, the New York Mutuals became the first pro baseball team to relocate temporarily for its preseason regiment. Other US baseball teams soon followed as a way to train in warmer climates before the season. In 1889, the Phillies became the first team to train in Florida before the season. Due to its warm climate, Florida soon became a popular place for baseball teams to spend their preseason. During the 1940s, some franchises began training in Arizona. Today, all 30 MLB franchises use either Arizona or Florida as their spring training home.

MLB Spring Training Schedule & Format

During spring training, there is no National League or American League distinction. Instead, teams only play those who are located in the same state. All Arizona-based teams compete in the Cactus League while the Florida-based teams compete in the Grapefruit League. The spring training schedule typically runs from mid-February until late March, unusually ending a few days before the start of the regular season. However, since spring training games are just exhibition games, there are no formal standings or championship.

Which Teams Play in MLB Spring Training

All 30 teams participate in MLB spring training. As mentioned, they are divided between the Cactus League and the Grapefruit League. However, MLB does not keep formal records of spring training win and loss records.

As of 2024, the 15 teams in the Cactus League are:

  • Arizona Diamondbacks

  • Chicago Cubs

  • Chicago White Sox

  • Cincinnati Reds

  • Cleveland Guardians

  • Colorado Rockies

  • Kansas City Royals

  • Los Angeles Angels

  • Los Angeles Dodgers

  • Milwaukee Brewers

  • Oakland Athletics

  • San Diego Padres

  • San Francisco Giants

  • Seattle Mariners

  • Texas Rangers.

Meanwhile, the 15 times in the Grapefruit League are:

  • Atlanta Braves

  • Baltimore Orioles

  • Boston Red Sox

  • Detroit Tigers

  • Houston Astros

  • Miami Marlins

  • Minnesota Twins

  • New York Mets

  • New York Yankees

  • Philadelphia Phillies

  • Pittsburgh Pirates

  • St. Louis Cardinals

  • Tampa Bay Rays

  • Toronto Blue Jays

  • Washington Nationals

How to Bet on MLB Spring Training & Baseball Bet Types

Betting on MLB spring training games is no different from betting on games during the regular season so our helpful baseball betting guide can help you make informed decisions. The only difference is that any futures betting will pertain to the regular season, not spring training results.

  • Moneyline - A moneyline is a common baseball betting term that pertains to the result of a single game in which the bettor places a wager on a team to win outright .

  • Total - Rather than the winner and loser being important, this bet is based on the total number of runs scored.

  • Handicap - This type of bet involves a spread or run line, which means the loser of the game can still be the betting winner based on the spread of the game .

  • Player Props - In baseball, prop bets are based on events or statistics during a game, such as whether a key player hits a home run and how many strikeouts a pitcher records.

  • Live Bets - After a game begins, live bets can still be placed on the outcome of the game or events within the game.

  • Parlays - Instead of a single wager, parlays combine multiple bets into one large bet that can increase the payout but is more challenging to predict with accuracy.

MLB Spring Training Betting Odds & Payouts

Most spring training games receive betting odds just as they would during the regular season. Just like in regular season games, teams that are favored, as well as bets that are more likely to occur, will have shorter odds and smaller payouts. Meanwhile, betting on underdogs or less likely outcomes will have a higher payout.

Live Stream Baseball for Free & Live Betting Markets

If you bet on a spring training game at Stake Sportsbook , you will be able to stream that game on the platform for free. This doesn’t require a subscription or an extra payment. All you need to do is bet on a game using Stake and you can watch a live stream of that game so you can monitor your bet and perhaps make a live wager .

Baseball Betting Tips, Predictions & Strategies

While betting on spring training games, keep in mind that these are just exhibition games. This means star players aren’t going to play the whole game and starting pitchers aren’t going to pitch that deep, especially early in spring training. In fact, not all key players, especially on the visiting team, will play in the game at all. Therefore, pay close attention to the players in the starting lineup and the pitchers who are expected to appear rather than basing your bet on a team’s entire roster.

Bet Bonuses, Promotions & Responsible Gambling Online

Whether you are a lifelong baseball fan or new to the sport, Stake is a great place for making spring training bets. Stake has you covered from every angle, including great promotions and bonus opportunities that can help you enhance your winnings. At the same time, Stake Smart is also a great resource to help everyone practice responsible gambling habits .