Frontier League tryouts
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The Frontier League is the longest-running independent professional baseball league in the United States and one of MLB’s four official Partner Leagues.
Frontier League Tryout Camp and Draft
Every April, the Frontier League hosts its annual Tryout Camp and Draft, one of the premier opportunities for aspiring players to break into professional baseball. All 18 Frontier League teams are in attendance, along with scouts from MLB organizations and other Partner Leagues.
The event has a strong track record of producing professional players, including 49 players in 2025 and 44 players in 2024.
“The Tryout Camp and Draft has proven to be a great opportunity for free agent players to showcase themselves to our managers immediately before our spring training opens.”
Steve Tahsler
Frontier League Commissioner
Frontier League teams
The league consists of 18 teams across the Midwest, Northeast, and Canada, including:
- Brockton Rox
- Down East Bird Dawgs
- Evansville Otters
- Florence Y’alls
- Gateway Grizzlies
- Joliet Slammers
- Lake Erie Crushers
- Mississippi Mud Monsters
- New Jersey Jackals
- New York Boulders
- Ottawa Titans
- Québec Capitales
- Schaumburg Boomers
- Sussex County Miners
- Tri-City ValleyCats
- Trois-Rivières Aigles
- Washington Wild Things
- Windy City ThunderBolts
Stay informed about the 2026 Frontier League Tryout Camp and Draft and all individual team tryouts, plus every other verified opportunity across MLB and its professional partner leagues.
California Winter League
The California Winter League (CWL) is the official winter showcase league of the Frontier League and the longest running league of its kind.
Held each January and February in Palm Springs, CA, the CWL gives free agent players with college or pro experience guaranteed innings and at-bats in front of MLB scouts, Frontier League managers, and international evaluators.
Every year, 30–40% of CWL participants receive professional contracts, with many going on to sign in the Frontier League. Since its inaugural season in 2010, the CWL has seen over 900 of its players sign professional contracts.
Full CWL registration and tryout details are available in the members-only area. Join now to see how you can get on the field in Palm Springs this winter.
Frontier League tryout FAQs
Do Frontier League teams hold open tryouts?
Yes. In addition to the league’s annual Tryout Camp and Draft in April, several Frontier League clubs host open tryouts throughout the season to identify local and regional talent.
What is the Frontier League Tryout Camp and Draft?
It’s a two-day event held each April, just before Frontier League spring training begins.
Players showcase their skills in front of all 18 Frontier League managers, as well as MLB scouts and representatives from other professional Partner Leagues.
Following the camp, the league holds a draft where teams can select players to sign directly to contracts.
When is the next Frontier League Tryout Camp and Draft?
The event is typically scheduled for late April. TryoutCamps.com tracks and posts the official dates as soon as they are announced so players can register and prepare.
What is the California Winter League?
The CWL is the official winter showcase league of the Frontier League. It’s held each January and February in Palm Springs, California. The CWL is widely recognized as one of the best opportunities for unsigned players to get noticed and signed to Frontier League teams before spring training.
How can I get notified about upcoming tryouts?
Join TryoutCamps.com and sign up for free alerts. You’ll get notified the moment new Frontier League or California Winter League tryout details are released.
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