Spring training is in full swing, and baseball fans are buzzing with excitement. But during the Cactus League matchup between the Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa, Arizona, the action took an unexpected turn.
In the first inning, an emergency announcement left fans scratching their heads. Amidst the confusion, the game continued, but some fans began to make their way to the exits after hearing the call to “please cease operations and leave the building.”
The mystery was soon unraveled by John Shea of The San Francisco Standard, who shared a video of the moment. An hour later, Shea revealed the cause of the commotion: a restroom smoker had set off the alarm. What could have been a serious situation turned out to be a false alarm, and thankfully, no one was harmed.
“Emergency has been reported” at Scottsdale Stadium. Robbie Ray keeps pitching. Fans confused. Umps say play on. Wild moment in the Cactus League. Check out this video. pic.twitter.com/XNd3yDVnTB
— John Shea (@JohnSheaHey) February 22, 2026
With the all-clear given, the game resumed, leaving fans with a quirky story to tell. The Cubs were eager to notch their first spring training win, having faced defeats against the White Sox and Rangers. Meanwhile, the Giants, fresh off a victory over the Mariners, aimed to maintain their winning momentum.
As spring training unfolds, it's moments like these that add an unexpected twist to the game, reminding us that baseball is as unpredictable as it is thrilling.