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Spring Training Showdown: Cardinals vs. Astros in Florida!

2/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On February 22, 2025, the St. Louis Cardinals will play the Houston Astros in Florida at 1:05 PM ET.
The Astros finished 87–75 in 2025.
The Tampa Bay Rays will face the Pittsburgh Pirates on February 22 in Florida, led by 2025 Cy Young winner Paul Skenes.
The Rays finished 77–85 in 2025.
These Grapefruit League games provide players a chance to showcase their skills before the regular season.

History

Historical Context

Major League Baseball established the Grapefruit League in 1946 to enhance spring training in Florida, allowing teams like the St. Louis Cardinals and Houston Astros to prepare for the season. This tradition has evolved, with current matchups, such as the Rays and Pirates, highlighting the significance of spring training in developing competitive teams and showcasing talents like Cy Young winner Paul Skenes.

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Story summary

On February 22, 2025, the St. Louis Cardinals will play the Houston Astros in Florida at 1:05 PM ET.
The Astros finished 87–75 in 2025.
The Tampa Bay Rays will face the Pittsburgh Pirates on February 22 in Florida, led by 2025 Cy Young winner Paul Skenes.
The Rays finished 77–85 in 2025.
These Grapefruit League games provide players a chance to showcase their skills before the regular season.

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