
Mesa's Spring Training legacy: Baseball, economic growth
A W. P. Carey research study found that the 2023 Cactus League generated over $710 million for Arizona's economy.
In this story published March 9, 2025, in The Mesa Tribune:
A recent study by Arizona State University's W. P. Carey School of Business found that the 2023 Cactus League season generated an estimated $710.2 million in economic impact for Arizona. This isn't just a number — it represents jobs, tourism dollars, and increased business activity that help sustain our local economy. Mesa, a hub for Spring Training with two stadiums, shares a significant portion of this impact.
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