Reds camp has arrived! Here's what you need to know

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CINCINNATI -- Reds Spring Training is just a couple of days away, when pitchers and catchers officially hold workouts at camp in Goodyear, Ariz., on Wednesday.

The offseason brought a flurry of changes, both in the dugout and on the field. Now it's about time to get everybody together as Cincinnati works to assemble a 26-man Opening Day roster for the 2025 season.

Here is a handy FAQ primer to get you ready for spring:

When is the first workout for pitchers and catchers?
Players often trickle in early ahead of Monday's official report date. Reds pitchers and catchers are scheduled to undergo physicals on Tuesday and have their first workout on Wednesday.

What is the date of the first full-squad workout?
Feb. 15 is the report date for Reds position players, although many will likely arrive early. They undergo physicals on Feb. 16 before Cincinnati holds its first full-squad workout on Feb. 17.

Where is the team¡¯s facility?
The Reds¡¯ player development complex is located at 3125 S. Wood Blvd. in Goodyear, Ariz. It's about two miles from Interstate 10 and one mile from Goodyear Ballpark, where Cactus League games are held. There is free street parking for those who want to visit the complex.

Can fans attend workouts?
Yes. It's free to watch workouts from designated vantage points. Times for the workouts vary, depending on the schedule, but will usually be held in the morning.

Who are some new faces fans should know?
The Reds hired a new manager in Terry Francona, a future Hall of Famer who has led his previous clubs to three World Series -- including two titles with Boston. In trades, infielder Gavin Lux, starting pitcher Brady Singer, reliever Taylor Rogers and backup catcher Jose Trevino were among those acquired. The most notable free-agent signing was outfielder Austin Hays.

Who are some of the top prospects invited to Major League camp?
All five Reds prospects ranked in MLB Pipeline's Top 100 overall will be part of camp. That includes starting pitchers Chase Burns (No. 26) and Rhett Lowder (No. 35), third basemen Sal Stewart (No. 84) and Cam Collier (No. 91) and shortstop Edwin Arroyo (No. 92).

When is the Reds' first Cactus League game?
The exhibition schedule opens with split-squad action for the Reds, who will be facing their Goodyear Ballpark co-tenants, the Guardians, at 3:05 p.m. ET/1:05 p.m. MST on Feb. 22 as the home team. Another group will be at the Brewers for a 3:10 ET/1:10 MST game in Maryvale.

What are a few other notable spring games?
On Feb. 24, the Reds will host the World Series champion Dodgers. Other home games include the Padres on March 1, the Brewers on March 3, the Giants on March 7 and the Diamondbacks on March 8.

What is Spring Breakout and when is the game?
Back for a second year, Spring Breakout is a four-day event across spring stadiums in Arizona and Florida aiming to showcase each organization's prospects from Minor League Baseball. The games will be played March 13-16, with Reds prospects playing Brewers prospects on March 16 at 7:40 p.m. ET/4:40 p.m. MST on March 16.

Will the team¡¯s games be televised?
A Reds TV schedule for spring games on FanDuel Sports Ohio (formerly Bally Sports) has not been revealed yet.

When is the club¡¯s last game in Arizona?
Camp will break following the Reds' March 23 game vs. the Guardians.

Will there be any additional exhibitions before the regular season?
On March 25, the Reds will be playing a group of their own prospects at Day Air Ballpark in Dayton. Their High-A affiliate, the Dayton Dragons, is celebrating their 25th season and the game is being billed as a thank you to Dayton fans. First pitch is at 6:10 p.m. ET.

What are the details for Opening Day?
The Reds will open the 2025 regular season vs. the Giants on Thursday, March 27 at 4:10 p.m. ET. Per tradition, they open at home at Great American Ball Park. Full schedule >