All you need to know about Phillies Spring Training

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The Phillies have been so close to a World Series title in each of the past two years. They hope to finish the job this year.

Everything begins this week in Clearwater, Fla.

Here is what you need to know about Phillies Spring Training:

When is the first workout for pitchers and catchers?
Wednesday at Carpenter Complex

What is the date of the first full-squad workout?
Feb. 19

Where is the team’s facility?
The Phillies play Grapefruit League games at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater. They practice next door at Carpenter Complex. This is where Philadelphia's Minor League players work out beginning on March 1.

Can fans attend workouts?
Yes, fans can attend workouts, which are free. Times vary by day, but 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET is a decent four-hour window.

What else should we know about Spring Training in Clearwater?
Click here for almost everything you need to know about Clearwater, including restaurant recommendations.

Who are some new faces fans should know?
Well, the Phillies acquired only five players from outside the organization this offseason, and none are considered favorites to make the Opening Day roster. Left-hander Kolby Allard signed a $1 million deal last month. He will provide rotation depth behind Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola, Ranger Suárez, Taijuan Walker and Cristopher Sánchez.

Other new additions to the 40-man roster include right-handers Max Castillo, Michael Mercado and Michael Rucker, and infielder Diego Castillo.

Will the Phillies make any more moves before Opening Day?
It seems likely that they do something. But how big? Sources said the market must change drastically for the Phillies to sign one of the game’s remaining big free agents, although they do like left-hander Jordan Montgomery on a one- to three-year deal, nothing long term. A report last week said the Phillies have been talking to the Guardians about Emmanuel Clase, but Philadelphia president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said Friday that, “We do not have any ongoing conversations for bullpen guys.” The club could use another bench player, but right now, Dombrowski said those players are looking for guaranteed playing time, which the Phillies cannot provide.

Who are some of the top prospects invited to Major League camp?
The Phillies have invited three of their Top 30 Prospects to big league camp: right-hander Mick Abel (No. 2 according to MLB Pipeline), right-hander Griff McGarry (No. 5) and outfielder Carlos De La Cruz (No. 6).

None will make the Opening Day roster unless something unexpected happens. But the Phillies hope to see Abel and McGarry take significant steps forward this season to put themselves in contention for in-season promotions, if needed.

When is the team’s first Grapefruit League game?
Feb. 24 against the Blue Jays in Dunedin. First pitch is set for 1:07 p.m.

When is the team’s first Grapefruit League game at BayCare Ballpark?
Feb. 25 against the Yankees at 1:05 p.m.

Any other notable spring games?
March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day, which is always an event at BayCare. The Phillies host a Blue Jays split squad beginning at 1:05 p.m. The tiki bar in left field will be packed pregame, in-game and postgame.

What is Spring Breakout and when is the game?
Major League Baseball is giving Phillies fans another opportunity to see their team’s top prospects play during a four-day event in March called Spring Breakout. Each organization will field a team of its top 20-25 prospects. Each team will play an exhibition against another team’s top prospects.

Philadelphia's top prospects will play Detroit’s top prospects in a seven-inning game at 1:05 p.m. on March 16 at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Fla.

Will the team’s Grapefruit League games be televised?
Thirteen of the Phillies’ 15 games in Clearwater are expected to be televised on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Road games will not be televised by NBC Sports Philadelphia, but occasionally MLB Network will broadcast the opposing team’s feed.

When is the club’s last game in Florida?
12:05 p.m. on March 25 against the Rays at BayCare Ballpark.

Will there be any additional exhibitions before the regular season?
No. The Phillies will fly to Philadelphia following their Grapefruit League finale. They will not play again until Opening Day.

What are the details for Opening Day?
The Phillies host the Braves on Opening Day at Citizens Bank Park at 3:05 p.m. on March 28.