"The reigning World Series MVP is taking the mound Saturday for his first spring training start, and it's likely to be his only appearance before he departs to represent Japan in the World Baseball Classic. If Yama alone isn't enough of a draw, stars like Teoscar Hernandez and Will Smith will also be playing. This matchup will be on the road at Tempe Diablo Stadium, where the Angels hold spring training."
"This game at Camelback Ranch isn't a matchup against another MLB team. Instead, the Boys in Blue will take on Mexico's best ahead of the World Baseball Classic. "It's always awesome getting to see L.A. face off against international competition, and this will be an exhibition match one day before the WBC kicks off," Sanchez said. 3. Camelback Ranch Home Opener, Feb. 23 vs. Mariners This matchup will be the first time the Dodgers host a spring training game in 2026."
Spring training features five Dodgers exhibition games highlighted across February and March. Yoshinobu Yamamoto will make his spring debut on Feb. 21 versus the Angels, likely his only outing before leaving for the World Baseball Classic, with Teoscar Hernandez and Will Smith also expected to play at Tempe Diablo Stadium. The Dodgers will face Mexico at Camelback Ranch on March 4 as a WBC tune-up. The Camelback home opener on Feb. 23 against the Mariners marks the team's first spring home game of 2026. Kyle Tucker debuts in a Dodger uniform on Feb. 22 versus the Padres. The preseason concludes March 24 at Dodger Stadium against the Angels.
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