MLB 2026 Season Spring Training – 08 March 2026 Games and Preview

Major League Baseball is set to begin a new season after the World Series 2025. Currently, the Spring Training is ongoing with the star players and teams back on the field again. This weekend, we have around 18 matchups, making up for an exciting showdown. Several teams are playing back-to-back matches in a single day, making the fans go wild. In this article, we will look at the upcoming Spring Training matches schedule and predictions. Stay tuned for more MLB previews and MLB expert picks. Let’s go ahead.

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MLB Spring Training Fixtures – March 08, 2026

Chicago White Sox vs Kansas City Royals

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:05 p.m. ET | 12:05 p.m. PST | 01:35 a.m. IST

Venue: Camelback Ranch.

Texas Rangers vs Los Angeles Angels

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:05 p.m. ET | 12:05 p.m. PST | 01:35 a.m. IST

Venue: Surprise Stadium.

Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:05 p.m. ET | 12:05 p.m. PST | 01:35 a.m. IST

Venue: Las Vegas Ballpark.

Chicago Cubs vs San Francisco Giants

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:05 p.m. ET | 12:05 p.m. PST | 01:35 a.m. IST

Venue: Sloan Park.

Cincinnati Reds vs Arizona Diamondbacks

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:05 p.m. ET | 12:05 p.m. PST | 01:35 a.m. IST

Venue: Goodyear Ballpark.

Athletics vs Los Angeles Dodgers

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:05 p.m. ET | 12:05 p.m. PST | 01:35 a.m. IST

Venue: Hohokam Stadium.

Milwaukee Brewers vs Seattle Mariners

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:10 p.m. ET | 12:10 p.m. PST | 01:40 a.m. IST

Venue: American Family Fields.

San Diego Padres vs Cincinnati Reds

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:10 p.m. ET | 12:10 p.m. PST | 01:40 a.m. IST

Venue: Peoria Sports Complex.

Colorado Rockies vs Cleveland Guardians

Date: March 08, 2026

Time: 03:10 p.m. ET | 12:10 p.m. PST | 01:40 a.m. IST

Venue: Salt River Fields.

MLB Spring Training Preview

Chicago White Sox vs Kansas City Royals

The Chicago White Sox recently won over the Arizona Diamondbacks, having scored 6, while keeping the hosts to zero. Their pitching was absolutely stunning and left no chances for the Diamondbacks to hit or score. Particularly, LaMonte Wade Jr.’s batting was notable with two runs. Although there were no homers, the White Sox’s performance was rapid and calculated. On the other hand, the Kansas City Royals are coming after a defeat to the Los Angeles Dodgers. They never got to score, barely hitting the ball. The Dodgers’ pitching was so intense that the Royals had no time to reflect or retaliate. With a 6-7 preseason record, the Kansas City Royals will rarely score against the White Sox.

The Pick: Chicago White Sox.

Texas Rangers vs Los Angeles Angels

The Texas Rangers have a 9-6 record, which is higher than the Los Angeles Angels’ 6-9 record. They have a higher batting average and scores per game. Consequently, we can expect them to hit and run more efficiently. The Texas Rangers also have a higher on-base percentage, which shows how good they are at avoiding outs. It further indicates their disciplined lineup that is patient and methodical. The Los Angeles Angels, in contrast, are not as effective as the Rangers. Their underwhelming record reflects their average form in MLB Spring Training. Hence, the Los Angeles Angels won’t restrict the Rangers’ scoring, leading to the Rangers’ favor.

The Pick: Texas Rangers.

Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels

The Athletics produced inconsistent results in their last five games. They either win by a substantial margin or lose miserably. They need more push to give out consistent scores in the upcoming game. Their batting average looks good as long as their lineup stays disciplined. Unlike the Athletics, the Los Angeles Angels are less potent in scoring. They barely manage to hit and often get struck out. Their batting vulnerability will be easily exploited by the Athletics, whose pitching is impressive. In short, the Athletics have the edge in this MLB Spring Training game.

The Pick: The Athletics.

Chicago Cubs vs San Francisco Giants

The Chicago Cubs stay below par with a poorer record. They had a devastating failure recently against the San Diego Padres. As they batted first, the Chicago Cubs never had the chance to complete a run. The team also has a poor on-base percentage, which shows how rushed they are to get to a base. This often leads to the batter getting out more frequently. But if we looked at the San Francisco Giants, they are perfectly dominant with a 10-3 record. They recently beat the Cincinnati Reds 6-3, having consistent batting throughout the innings. They had two home runs in the game, further confirming their hitting ability. Compared to the Cubs, the San Francisco Giants have a strong winning probability.

The Pick: San Francisco Giants.

Cincinnati Reds vs Arizona Diamondbacks

The Cincinnati Reds are recently off a defeat against the Giants, where they failed to capitalize on innings. Their batting was not good enough to win the game as they rarely batted out runs. But their 7-5 record is no fluke or coincidence. The Reds have earned it hard with their solid batting. However, the Arizona Diamondbacks show more depth. The Diamondbacks have won 7 matches and lost 7 matches so far. Their 50% winning ratio heightens their form when compared with the Reds. The Diamondbacks are good at batting, too. So, considering the overall factors, the Arizona Diamondbacks are likely to win.

The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks.

Athletics vs Los Angeles Dodgers

The Athletics have averaged 5.9 runs per game over their last 10 games. While this highlights the team’s potential, the Los Angeles Dodgers come with a better average. The Dodgers have 6.5 runs per game, giving them the upper hand in this MLB clash. Furthermore, the Los Angeles Dodgers are also good at scoring frequent home runs. Meanwhile, the Athletics are struggling to hit for 2^nd and 3^rd bases. They won in only four of their last ten games. Concisely, the Los Angeles Dodgers are better than the Athletics, giving them an edge in this MLB game.

The Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers.

Milwaukee Brewers vs Seattle Mariners

The Milwaukee Brewers are currently not reliable enough. Their games are struggling with inconsistency and facing strong pitching. In their last five games, they have won two and lost three, while the Seattle Mariners have won four. The Brewers have recently won a game against the Diamondbacks, 6-2. Similarly, the Seattle Mariners are coming from a dominant win against the Texas Rangers. They scored 5 runs against the Rangers’ 1. It highlights their strong pitching ability and batting average. In comparison, the Seattle Mariners look better. Therefore, the Seattle Mariners have the edge to win in this MLB game.

The Pick: Seattle Mariners.

San Diego Padres vs Cincinnati Reds

The San Diego Padres’ scoring average went increasingly high in their recent games. They maintain their scoring consistently across the games, keeping an elite batting form. In terms of pitching, the Padres are completely fine. On the other hand, the Cincinnati Reds have a 7-5 record, which reflects their decent form. But their recent loss has slowed down their momentum a lot. Technically, the San Diego Padres are stronger than the Reds. As a result, the Padres will have the advantage.

The Pick: San Diego Padres.

Colorado Rockies vs Cleveland Guardians

The Colorado Rockies and the Cleveland Guardians are similar in current form. But the Rockies have a stronger winning probability. Their 7 runs per game average is simply outstanding and indicates their superiority over the Guardians. The Guardians, in contrast, have 5.8 runs per game on average. Their batting lineup is respectable. But the Rockies are more prone to homers than the Guardians. So, the Colorado Rockies are the obvious pick in this MLB game.

The Pick: Colorado Rockies.