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Arizona Diamondbacks' Key Dates for 2026 Season
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2026 Arizona Diamondbacks: Key Dates to Watch for the New Season
The Arizona Diamondbacks 2026 season is shaping up with crucial dates leading to the season opener. From arbitration talks to spring training games, heres what to expect:
- January 8: Arbitration-eligible players and teams exchange salary figures.
- January 15: International signing period begins, allowing teams to scout top talent.
- February 20: Diamondbacks first Cactus League game against the Colorado Rockies.
- February 21: Home matchup against the Rockies.
- March 2-11: Teams can renew contracts for unsigned pre-arbitration players.
- March 26-28: Diamondbacks open the regular season in Los Angeles against the Dodgers.
- March 30: Home opener at Chase Field against the Detroit Tigers.
Stay tuned for more updates as these dates approach. Checkout Solipillow.com
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