Get ready for an exciting baseball season, folks! The Pittsburgh Pirates are back and raring to go after an eventful offseason. Spring Training is just around the corner, and the team is set to begin their journey towards the regular season. But here's where it gets controversial... some fans might argue that Spring Training doesn't get enough attention, but it's an essential part of the baseball calendar and a great opportunity to see the team in action before the real games begin.
The Pirates will be playing a total of 31 Spring Training games, with a mix of home and away fixtures, leading up to the highly anticipated Opening Day on March 26th. Mark your calendars, because the Bucs will be taking on the New York Mets at Citifield, and it's sure to be a thrilling start to the season.
And this is the part most people miss... Spring Training isn't just about the big games; it's also a chance to catch the Buccos on various platforms. You can tune in to Pittsburgh Sports Net, 93.7 The Fan, 100.1 FM, AM 1020 KDKA, and the Sports Net Pittsburgh app to stay updated and catch all the action.
Now, let's dive into the detailed schedule for the Pittsburgh Pirates' 2026 MLB Spring Training.
Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 MLB Spring Training Schedule:
Date | Time (ET) | Opponent | SportsNet Pittsburgh
Sat, Feb 21 | 1:00 PM | @ Orioles | No
Sun, Feb 22 | 1:00 PM | vs Rays | Yes
Sun, Feb 22 | 1:00 PM | @ Phillies | No
Mon, Feb 23 | 1:00 PM | vs Yankees | Yes
Tue, Feb 24 | 1:00 PM | @ Red Sox | Opposing Feed Possible
Wed, Feb 25 | 1:00 PM | @ Braves | Opposing Feed Possible
Thu, Feb 26 | 1:00 PM | vs Twins | Yes
Fri, Feb 27 | 1:00 PM | vs Orioles | No
Sat, Feb 28 | 1:00 PM | @ Astros | No
Sun, Mar 1 | 1:00 PM | @ Cardinals | No
Mon, Mar 2 | 1:00 PM | vs Rays | Yes
Tue, Mar 3 | 1:00 PM | vs Team Colombia | No
Thu, Mar 5 | 1:00 PM | vs Cardinals | Yes
Fri, Mar 6 | 1:00 PM | vs Phillies | No
Fri, Mar 6 | 1:00 PM | @ Blue Jays | Opposing Feed Possible
Sat, Mar 7 | 1:00 PM | @ Tigers | No
Sun, Mar 8 | 1:00 PM | vs Red Sox | Yes
Mon, Mar 9 | 6:30 PM | @ Yankees | Opposing Feed Possible
Wed, Mar 11 | 1:00 PM | @ Orioles | Opposing Feed Possible
Thu, Mar 12 | 6:00 PM | vs Braves | Yes
Fri, Mar 13 | 6:00 PM | @ Tigers | No
Sat, Mar 14 | 1:00 PM | vs Orioles | Yes
Sun, Mar 15 | 1:00 PM | @ Rays | No
Mon, Mar 16 | 1:00 PM | @ Twins | Opposing Feed Possible
Tue, Mar 17 | 1:00 PM | vs Astros | No
Wed, Mar 18 | 6:00 PM | vs Tigers | No
Thu, Mar 19 | 6:00 PM | @ Orioles | No
Fri, Mar 20 | 6:00 PM | @ Braves | No
Fri, Mar 20 | 7:30 PM | Spring Breakout vs Tigers Prospects | Yes
Sat, Mar 21 | 1:00 PM | vs Blue Jays | No
Sun, Mar 22 | 1:00 PM | vs Red Sox | SportsNet Pittsburgh+
Mon, Mar 23 | 1:00 PM | vs Braves | No
There you have it, folks! A comprehensive guide to the Pirates' Spring Training schedule. Remember, Spring Training is an exciting time for baseball enthusiasts, and it's a great way to get hyped for the regular season. So, will you be tuning in to support the Bucs? And what are your predictions for the upcoming season? Feel free to share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below! Let's get the baseball conversation going!
