Spring Training officially begins this week. Back in the era when ballplayers spent the offseason drinking hooch and did nothing to keep in shape outside of throwing pianos into suburban Massachusetts ponds, that really meant something. But things are different today, when players workout and hone their craft all year long. In fact, even though pitchers and catchers haven’t reported yet, the fields in Fort Myers are already packed with Red Sox players. (Peter Abraham, Boston Globe)
If you’re heading down there to catch a workout or game, here’s a handy little guide to some important dates and information.