Chicago Cubs mascot Clark the Cub runs across the field after the most attended Spring Training game in history. Photo: John E. Moore III/Getty Images
Today marks the unofficial end of spring in the Valley as MLB teams play their final Cactus League games.
1 clear leader: The San Francisco Giants have the best Cactus League record exiting Spring Training at 20-6.
Caveat: Spring Training is just training, after all. Teams use it as a chance to test younger players and warm up their starters — so a strong spring record doesn't necessarily foretell regular season success.
1 big crowd: The Chicago Cubs and Seattle Mariners set a new Spring Training attendance record when 16,161 people packed into Sloan Park to watch their March 8 matchup.
1 last chance: This afternoon's your final opportunity to watch spring baseball.
The Arizona Diamondbacks play the Cleveland Guardians at Chase Field at 12:40pm.
The Chicago Cubs will host the Atlanta Braves in a special Grapefruit-Cactus League crossover game at Sloan Park at 1:05pm.
1 hot day: If you go, pack your sunscreen and water — the National Weather Service is forecasting the Valley's first 100-degree day.
