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Key dates Feb. 20: Pitchers and catchers report to spring training (first workout is Feb. 21).   Feb. 26: First full squad reports for workout.   March 4: Charity game, vs. San Diego, 12:05 p.m. PT.   March 5: First spring-training game, vs. Arizona, at Peoria, 12:05 p.m. PT.   March 6: Mariners single-game regular-season tickets go on sale.   April 6: First regular-season game, vs. Anaheim, at Safeco Field, 2:05 p.m. · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · More Spring Training coverage at azcentral.com

Mariners Q&A Bob Finnigan and Larry Stone answered some questions about the Mariners in our live Q&A. Read what they had to say "If a few things break right, there's no reason (the M's) can't win in the 90s and make the playoffs." — Larry Stone

MARK HARRISON / THE SEATTLE TIMES Ichiro signs autographs for an eager group of fans in Peoria, Ariz., after the Mariners' first spring training game last year.

Cactus League looking better than ever as it turns 50
The Cactus League prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary this spring, flush with prosperity and energized by another wave of change on the horizon.

"We're stronger than we've ever been, and there's also movement going on," said Jim Brink, manager of operations in Peoria, Ariz., where the Mariners next month will begin their 11th spring training at the Peoria Sports Complex.

The Mariners have a full slate of 15 home games this year, starting with the annual charity game against complex partner San Diego on March 4, followed the next day by the Cactus League opener against the Diamondbacks.