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MLB Spring Breakout: Padres at Cubs

March 21, 2026 6:05 pm

Sloan Park
2230 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85201

Catch the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs face off in a spring training matchup at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona. This preseason game offers a sneak peek at the upcoming 2026 MLB season as both teams look to make a splash.

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Why We Like It

  • See top MLB talent on the field as the Padres and Cubs prepare for the regular season.
  • Enjoy the laidback atmosphere of spring training baseball in the beautiful Arizona sunshine.
  • Sloan Park provides an intimate setting to watch future stars of the game in action.

Who Should Attend

Baseball fans of all ages will enjoy this spring training showdown, especially those eager to get a first look at their favorite teams before the season starts.

In the Spotlight

San Diego Padres

The Padres are looking to build on their success from last season and make a deep playoff run in 2026.

Chicago Cubs

The Cubs are aiming to bounce back after a disappointing 2025 campaign and reclaim their spot as one of the NL's top teams.

About the Venue

Sloan Park

A 15,000-seat spring training facility in Mesa, Arizona that serves as the Cubs' Cactus League home. The park features an intimate setting with excellent sightlines and a laidback atmosphere perfect for preseason baseball.

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