In revised spring training schedule, Pirates play 29 games in 31 days, 15 at LECOM Park

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In revised spring training schedule, Pirates play 29 games in 31 days, 15 at LECOM Park

Kevin Gorman | Friday, February 12, 2021 1:27 p.m.

Christopher Horner | Tribune-Review

Pirates catcher Jacob Stallings takes the field for the start of the Grapefruit League opener against the Twins Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, at LECOM Park in Bradenton.

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced their revised spring training schedule, with 29 Grapefruit League games in 31 days starting with the opener on Sun., Feb. 28, at the Baltimore Orioles in Sarasota and the home opener on Tues., March 2, against the Detroit Tigers at LECOM Park.

The Pirates will play 15 home games, reduced from the original 17. All home games will start at 1:05 p.m., with the exception of a night game on Fri., March 19 against the Orioles that will start at 6:05 p.m.

The Pirates announced their revised spring training schedule of 29 Grapefruit League games in 31 days, including 15 home games. Open Sun, 2/28 at Orioles in Sarasota. Home opener is Tues., 3/2 vs. the Tigers at LECOM Park. All home games start at 1:05 pm, except for 3/19 vs BLT. pic.twitter.com/n9nxY8S3qD

— Kevin Gorman (@KevinGormanPGH) February 12, 2021

Per MLB health and safety protocols during the covid-19 pandemic, the length of play at all spring games could be shortened, subject to both managers coming to agreement.

The Pirates also are planning to have a 25% capacity of seating available for fans.

A full schedule and ticket information can be found at Pirates.com/springtraining.

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