SCOTTSDALE — As Cactus League games are officially underway, the Arizona Diamondbacks are getting a preview of what could be in store for the regular season.

Prospect watch. Switch-hitting infielder Cole Carrigg, the Rockies’ No. 3 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, will soon depart to play for Team Israel in the World Baseball Classic. He made a nice impression on Friday, playing shortstop and delivering an RBI triple. Schaeffer loves watching the 23-year-old play.

The Diamondbacks open their Cactus League schedule Friday with a game against the Rockies at Salt River Fields beginning at 1:05 p.m. MST, and we’ve got you covered for what you need to know and watch for this spring when games get underway.

The 23-year-old Burns will start for the Reds against the Cleveland Guardians when the clubs commence Cactus League play Feb. 21 at their shared spring home stadium, Goodyear Ballpark. He's expected to pitch about two innings, according to club officials.

Spring training is getting underway and there's no shortage of options where you can see Major League Baseball across the Valley.

MLB spring training returns to Arizona on Feb. 20, 2026. Here's your guide to essential metro Phoenix restaurants near all 10 Cactus League stadiums.