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Batter Up! Here's the Scoop on Baseball Spring Training in Arizona

Despite the temperatures across much of the country, the date on the calendar says that spring is right around the corner. We were hesitant to believe it thanks to the latest winter blast, but pitchers and catchers have already reported to Arizona, and that’s enough confirmation for us. Cactus League games are already underway as everyone has been busy burning those extra off-season pounds, and now it’s your turn to skip out of work, get out of the snow, and celebrate the national pastime.

Here’s the scoop on a few teams, where they play, and what they offer:

· San Francisco Giants
You might not remember who won the 2010 World Series—seems like a long time ago—but we’re sure that residents of San Francisco know that their Giants were victorious in last year’s fall classic. Tim Lincecum and Brian Wilson are back to shut down the opposition, and the rest of team is in Scottsdale getting ready to warm up for the season.

They play all their spring homes games at Scottsdale Stadium, which isn’t too bad of a stroll into downtown for some drinks—and more nachos—following the game. Tickets for this season’s games start at just $7 for some of the cheap seats, but even the best spots in the house don’t really go too far north of $30. The Dodgers come into town on Saturday, but if you’re not around this weekend, the Brewers and the Angles are options for next week.

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Batter Up! Here's the Scoop on Baseball Spring Training in Florida

Despite the temperatures across much of the country, the date on the calendar says that spring is right around the corner. We were hesitant to believe it thanks to the latest winter blast, but pitchers and catchers have already reported to the Sunshine State, and that’s enough confirmation for us. Grapefruit League games are already underway as everyone has been busy burning those extra off-season pounds, and now it’s your turn to skip out of work, get out of the snow, and celebrate the national pastime.

Here’s the scoop on a few teams, where they play, and what they offer:

· Philadelphia Phillies
They might not have won the World Series in 2010, but with Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee as part of their rotation they might find themselves playing well into the fall this season. Far from the winter weather of Pennsylvania, the team does their warm weather thing in Clearwater. There’s good beaches not too far from the stadium, so remember to plan a little downtime for yourself in between games. The good seats will run you a little north of $30 per person, but there’s always a spot in the grass for around $13.

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Where To See Your Favorite Team During Spring Training in Arizona

Somehow it’s already March, and we’re excited to talk about baseball spring training travel. We've already discussed the excellent options in Florida, but the teams in Arizona are a worthy competitor to the Sunshine State's group. The only downer is that there aren’t too many beaches in and around Phoenix, but there’s always cacti! Here’s the deal on a few teams, where they play, and what they offer.

· Chicago White Sox
President Obama has a lot on his plate right now, so we’re thinking that he won’t be taking Air Force One out to see any Chicago White Sox games this spring. Regardless of how much you have going on at work, you can always call out sick and head to Glendale. Here the the White Sox work out the winter kinks at Camelback Ranch—it’s also the spring home to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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It's That Time of the Year Again! Spring Training in Florida

Spring must be right around the corner, because pitchers and catchers have already reported to the Sunshine State. They’re loosening up in time for next week when the first spring training games in the Grapefruit League are scheduled to begin. It’s time to book some cheap airfare and head down to Florida to get out of the snow and celebrate the national pastime. Here’s the scoop on a few teams, where they play, and what they offer.

· New York Yankees
The Yankees begin to defend their title by kicking off their practice schedule next week. Just like their real home in the Bronx, things are expensive if you’re thinking about dropping by Tampa to check them out. The cheap seats start at $17 in the outfield, but seeing Derek Jeter in person is priceless—that’s at least what the ladies tell us.

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There's Even More Baseball And Cacti Out West

Yesterday we let you know where to take in the action during MLB’s spring training in Florida. Today we’re back and are checking out the goings on in the desert. Out here the Cactus League welcomes the other half of the country and their favorite squads. Warm weather, the desert, and way less humidity brings the fans out to Arizona. Here is today’s lowdown on a few teams, where they call home, and the places where they play.

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Squeezing The Grapefruit League's Spring Offerings

March has finally arrived, which means that the MLB's spring training sessions are well underway. Escape the winter doldrums by catching a few games in the Sunshine State. Florida is definitely in need of some tourist dollars, so it’s practically your responsibility to head south, watch a ball game, and eat a hot dog. Here's the lowdown on a few teams, their cities, and ballparks.

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