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2021 Braves’ key season dates

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna works out in the weight room before hitting the field for the first full squad workout of spring training at CoolToday Park on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, in North Port. (Curtis Compton ccompton@ajc.com)

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Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna works out in the weight room before hitting the field for the first full squad workout of spring training at CoolToday Park on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, in North Port. (Curtis Compton ccompton@ajc.com)
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Feb 10, 2021

The Braves are set to begin spring training in North Port, Fla., ahead of the 2021 Major League Baseball season.

There has been no announcement on whether fans will be able to attend spring training games. Per MLB, fans will not be allowed to attend workouts.

Here are some key dates in advance of the season.

WORKOUTS

Pitchers and catchers report: Feb. 18

Full squad report: Feb. 23

SPRING GAMES

First spring training game: Feb. 27, at Orioles

First home spring training game: March 1, vs. National

REGULAR SEASON

Regular-season opener: April 1, at Phillies

Regular-season home opener: April 9, vs. Phillies

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