A few days ago, I posted this primer on several rule changes instituted for Spring Training this year. These changes are largely to help keep players, staff and fans safe as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.
One of the MLB protocols for spring games is:
Games that occur from February 27 (or 28) through March 13 may be shortened to seven-inning games or five-inning games upon mutual agreement of both managers. Games that occur on or after March 14 shall be nine-inning games (and, upon mutual agreement of both managers, can be shortened to seven-inning games).