Atlanta Braves 2017 Spring Training Dates Announced
Photo Courtesy of Walt Disney World
It’s official! The full Spring Training schedule for the Atlanta Braves has been released at ESPN Wide World of Sports. One of the best-kept secrets at Walt Disney World, the complex is worth a visit anytime, but late-February and March are the best times to stop by. Since 1997, the complex has been host to Major League Baseball pre-season games. Split into two leagues, Cactus and Grapefruit, many MLB teams find a home in Florida during their Spring Training, but none are as lucky as the Atlanta Braves. Celebrating their 20th anniversary with Walt Disney World, the Braves will be facing off against four 2016 MLB playoff teams during their homestand. The Braves are a growing team with Ender Inciarte, a Gold Glove outfielder, and newly-acquired knuckleballer R.A.Dickey, so make sure you spend an afternoon at the complex. Check out the full home schedule below:
2017 Atlanta Braves Spring Training Home Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Time |
| Saturday, February 25 | Toronto Blue Jays | 1:05 p.m. |
| Sunday, February 26 | Houston Astros | 1:05 p.m. |
| Tuesday, February 28 | St. Louis Cardinals | 1:05 p.m. |
| Friday, March 3 | Boston Red Sox | 1:05 p.m. |
| Saturday, March 4 | Miami Marlins | 1:05 p.m. |
| Wednesday March 8 | Philadelphia Phillies | 1:05 p.m. |
| Thursday, March 9 | New York Yankees | 1:05 p.m. |
| Friday, March 10 | New York Mets | 1:05 p.m. |
| Monday, March 13 | Pittsburgh Pirates | 1:05 p.m. |
| Thursday, March 16 | Detroit Tigers | 1:05 p.m. |
| Saturday, March 18 | Detroit Tigers | 1:05 p.m. |
| Sunday, March 19 | St. Louis Cardinals | 1:05 p.m. |
| Monday, March 20 | Miami Marlins | 1:05 p.m. |
| Thursday, March 23 | Detroit Tigers | 6:05 p.m. |
| Saturday, March 25 | New York Mets | 1:05 p.m. |
| Monday, March 27 | Detroit Tigers | 6:05 p.m. |
| Tuesday, March 28 Wednesday, March 29 |
Baltimore Orioles New York Mets |
1:05 p.m. 1:05 p.m. |
Photo Courtesy of the Atlanta Braves
Even if you’re not a fan of baseball, ESPN Wide World of Sports is a great place to visit as there are unique shops, restaurants and photo opportunities that even seasoned Disney vacationers miss out on. If you are an on-site guest, Disney offers complimentary transportation to the complex where guests can meet Disney characters in their finest athletics attire and kids can run the bases after each game. Spring Training is a must-do for any baseball fan, but anyone can enjoy a Braves game at Disney. It is a unique experience you don’t want to miss out on!
Individual game tickets are on sale starting December 12th at www.espnwwos.com/braves, through Ticketmaster, and at ESPN Wide World of sports Complex Box Office. Tickets range from $15 to $59. Season tickets, group tickets, suites/hospitality, and mini-plans are available by contacting the premium sales team at (407) 939-GAME (4263) and online at the above link.
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