S1: EP5: Spring Training Explained: Why It Actually Matters

Send us Fan Mail Spring Training can feel confusing for new fans. The games don’t count, the rosters are weird, and yet everyone keeps talking about it. In this episode of Beginner’s Dugout, we explain what Spring Training is really for, what teams are evaluating, and what beginners should actually pay attention to. By the end, you’ll understand why this preseason stretch matters more than it seems. New to baseball? Start with Beginner’s Dugout — the podcast that makes the game finally make sense.