Fort Myers has become one of the premier spring training destinations in Major League Baseball, attracting thousands of fans every year to Southwest Florida. The city is home to two MLB franchises during Grapefruit League play: the Minnesota Twins and the Boston Red Sox. From late February through March, fans can watch future Hall of Famers, established stars, and top prospects prepare for the upcoming season while enjoying Florida’s warm weather.
The Minnesota Twins conduct spring training at the Lee Health Sports Complex on Six Mile Cypress Parkway. The facility has served as the Twins’ spring home since 1991 and features Hammond Stadium, which was designed to resemble the team’s former home, the Metrodome. The complex also hosts the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels during the minor league season and serves as a year-round player development center for the organization.
The Boston Red Sox make their spring home at JetBlue Park at Fenway South, located near Southwest Florida International Airport. Opened in 2012, the ballpark was designed as a replica of Boston’s iconic Fenway Park, including a scaled version of the famous Green Monster in left field. JetBlue Park has become one of the most popular spring training venues in Florida and attracts large crowds from both local residents and visiting Red Sox fans. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Having both the Twins and Red Sox in Fort Myers creates a unique baseball atmosphere throughout the spring. Fans can often attend games at both stadiums during a single trip, enjoy open practices, and get closer to players than they typically can during the regular season. The combination of world-class facilities, beautiful Southwest Florida weather, and two storied MLB franchises has made Fort Myers one of the crown jewels of Grapefruit League baseball for more than three decades.
Learn more about the teams and their spring training facilities at the official websites:
Minnesota Twins: https://www.mlb.com/twins
Boston Red Sox: https://www.mlb.com/redsox