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Published On: January 6th, 2025

The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are gearing up for an exciting fourth season of baseball, with the team announcing its full 2025 season schedule today. Fans can look forward to an action-packed season featuring 36 home games of summer fun, memories, and top tier baseball. We’ve highlighted some of the Key Dates and matchups that you will not want to miss below:

Opening Day – May 26, 2025

The Battle Jacks’ 2025 season kicks off on Monday, May 26th with a special Opening Day celebration. The team will take MCCU Field to start their quest for a championship in front of the best fans in the Northwoods League.

The Battle for the I-94 Cup Begins June 6th

The most anticipated matchup of the season begins on Friday, June 6th, when the Battle Jacks square off against their fierce rival, the Kalamazoo Growlers, to kick off the battle for the I-94 Cup. These highly charged games are always a fan favorite, and the rivalry promises to deliver unforgettable moments as both teams fight for bragging rights as well as the I-94 Cup.

Last Home Stand – August 1st to August 3rd

The Battle Jacks home schedule will conclude with a three-day home stand from August 1st to August 3rd. This finale promises to be a fitting close to another unforgettable summer full of memories on MCCU Field.

Important League Dates

The Northwoods League All-Star Break will take place from July 14th-July 17th with the game being held on Tuesday, July 15th. The Northwoods League playoffs will begin after the conclusion of the regular season on Sunday, August 10th with the Championship game slated for Thursday, August 14th.

“We’re incredibly excited for the 2025 season,” said Battle Creek Battle Jacks General Manager, Brody Conaty. “We have put together some super exciting promotions along with a team and manager who love to compete. This season promises to be the best season of Battle Jacks baseball yet!”

Single game tickets will go on sale this spring, so to ensure seats to the best games this season there is no better way than becoming a Meijer Kennel Club member. Meijer Kennel Club members receive 5 tickets to our 5 best games, free food at every game, as well as free Battle Jacks swag. To purchase, click here or contact our office at (269) 962-0735 and become a member today.

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The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are a member of the finest developmental league for elite college baseball players, the Northwoods League. The Northwoods League is the proven leader in the development of elite college baseball players. Now in its’ 31st season, the Northwoods League is the largest organized baseball league in history with 26 teams, drawing significantly more fans, in a friendly ballpark experience, than any league of its kind. A valuable training ground for coaches, umpires, and front office staff, 360 Northwoods League players have advanced to Major League Baseball, including three-time All-Star and 2016 Roberto Clemente Award winner Curtis Granderson, three-time Cy Young Award winner and World Series Champion Max Scherzer (TEX), two-time World Series Champions Ben Zobrist and Brandon Crawford (STL) and World Series Champion Chris Sale (ATL). As well as 2019 Rookie of the Year and 2019/2021 Home Run Derby Champion Pete Alonso (NYM) and 2023 World Series Champion, MLB All-Star, MLB Gold Glove winner and two-time All-MLB first team shortstop Marcus Semien (TEX). League games are viewable live on Northwoods League+ (at watch.northwoodsleague.com), ESPN+, and the Northwoods League Network. Learn more and find complete streaming schedules at watchnwl.com. For more information, visit www.battlejacksbaseball.com or download the new Northwoods League Mobile App on the Apple App Store or on Google Play and set the Battle Jacks as your favorite team.