ARLINGTON -- Manager Chris Woodward is ready to take charge of the Rangers as they get ready to open Spring Training next week in Surprise, Ariz.
Woodward was named the club's 19th full-time manager on Nov. 2, replacing Jeff Banister. Woodward played 12 seasons in the Major Leagues as a utility infielder and he spent the last three as the Dodgers' third-base coach.
Here are important dates and facts to remember for Spring Training.
Pitchers and catchers report
Tuesday
First pitchers and catchers workout
Wednesday, Feb. 13
Full squad report date
Sunday, Feb.