Those living in Cleveland are still feeling the winter temperatures when they walk outside and the seasonal blues. The sun barely peered through the clouds during January which only made this feeling worse.
However, there is something to look forward to for fans craving something resembling the summer and baseball. The Cleveland Guardians ‘ trucks are all packed up and are on their way to Goodyear Arizona as this is being typed out. Soon, players will report, spring training games will be played, and Opening Day will soon follow.
The organization released a video of the truck being loaded up with all the essential gear including water, baseball, and everything in between.
As the truck departs and the start of the baseball season nears, here are some important dates to mark on your calendar.
- Thursday, February 15 – Guardians will host their first workout for pitchers and catchers.
- Tuesday, February 20 – The rest of the team will have their first string training practice.
- Thursday, February 22 – The Guardians will have their team picture day where fans will get a glimpse at some of their favorite players back in a jersey.
- Saturday, February 24 – Guardians will play their first spring training game which will be against the Cincinnati Reds (3:05 pm EST).