Texas Rangers Unveil Thrilling 2026 Spring Training Schedule with WBC Matchup Against Brazil
The Texas Rangers are sparking anticipation among fans with the release of their 2026 Spring Training schedule, featuring game times for home matches at Surprise Stadium and two exhibition games at Globe Life Field. Most road game times have also been revealed, with only a few yet to be finalized.
Kicking Off the Spring Training
The Rangers will commence their spring training journey on Friday, February 20, facing off against the Kansas City Royals at Surprise Stadium. This matchup kicks off a series of five games between the two teams, including three at Surprise and two exhibition games at Globe Life Field on March 23 and 24.
A Robust Arizona Schedule
The Rangers’ 29-game schedule in Arizona includes 16 contests at Surprise Stadium, marking the 24th year of training in Surprise since 2003. Most of the Rangers’ games will take place in the afternoon, providing fans ample opportunity to enjoy the warm weather and exciting baseball action.
Highlighting a World Baseball Classic Encounter
In a notable addition to the schedule, the Rangers will host Team Brazil in an exhibition game on March 4. This marks the third occasion in club history that Texas has played against a World Baseball Classic team, further emphasizing the Rangers’ commitment to international competition and the development of the game.
Future Stars on Display
For the third consecutive year, MLB’s Spring Breakout games will showcase emerging talent, as the Rangers’ prospects face off against the Kansas City Royals’ prospects on March 20 in Surprise. This initiative highlights the league’s focus on nurturing the next generation of baseball stars.
Spring Training Game Schedule
The full schedule includes a mix of matchups, offering fans a chance to see both familiar rivals and new challengers. Here’s a glimpse of the Rangers’ 2026 Spring Training game times:
Friday, February 20 — Kansas City Royals, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Saturday, February 21 — Chicago Cubs, Mesa (Sloan Park), 1:05 p.m.
Sunday, February 22 — Colorado Rockies, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Monday, February 23 — Los Angeles Angels, Tempe, 1:10 p.m.
Tuesday, February 24 — Arizona Diamondbacks, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Wednesday, February 25 — Cleveland Guardians, Goodyear, 1:05 p.m.
Thursday, February 26 — Milwaukee Brewers, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.; Athletics, Mesa (Hohokam), TBA
Friday, February 27 — Chicago White Sox (split squad), Glendale, 1:05 p.m.
Saturday, February 28 — Los Angeles Dodgers (split squad), Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Sunday, March 1 — Seattle Mariners, Peoria, 1:10 p.m.
Monday, March 2 — Cleveland Guardians, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Tuesday, March 3 — Open Date
Wednesday, March 4 — Brazil WBC, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Thursday, March 5 — Kansas City Royals, Surprise Stadium, 6:05 p.m.
Friday, March 6 — Seattle Mariners, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Saturday, March 7 — San Francisco Giants (split squad), Scottsdale, 1:05 p.m.
Sunday, March 8 — Los Angeles Angels (split squad), Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Monday, March 9 — San Diego Padres, Peoria, 1:10 p.m.
Tuesday, March 10 — Chicago Cubs, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Wednesday, March 11 — Open Date
Thursday, March 12 — Athletics, Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.
Friday, March 13 — Colorado Rockies, Salt River Fields, 1:10 p.m.
Saturday, March 14 — San Diego Padres (split squad), Surprise Stadium, 1:05 p.m.; Cincinnati Reds, Goodyear, TBA
Sunday, March 15 — Los Angeles Dodgers (split squad), Glendale, 1:05 p.m.
Monday, March 16 — Chicago White Sox, Surprise Stadium, 5:05 p.m.
Tuesday, March 17 — Open Date
Wednesday, March 18 — Kansas City Royals, Surprise Stadium, 5:05 p.m.
Thursday, March 19 — Milwaukee Brewers, Phoenix, 6:10 p.m.
Friday, March 20 — San Francisco Giants (split squad), Surprise Stadium, 5:05 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 — Arizona Diamondbacks, Salt River Fields, TBA
Sunday, March 22 — Open Date
Monday, March 23 — Kansas City Royals, Globe Life Field, 7:05 p.m. CT
Tuesday, March 24 — Kansas City Royals, Globe Life Field, 1:05 p.m. CT
Notes for Fans
Home games are highlighted in bold, and split squads are denoted as (ss). Fans should be aware that Surprise operates on Mountain Time until March 7, after which it shifts to Pacific Time.
As the Rangers gear up for another exciting spring training season, the combination of competitive matchups and international flair promises to engage fans and players alike.
