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Battle Jacks Unveil the 2026 Schedule; A New Era of Summer Baseball Begins<\/strong><\/h1>\n

More baseball. More energy. More reasons to be at the ballpark.<\/em><\/h3>\n

By Battle Jacks Staff | December 9, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

The countdown to summer in Battle Creek officially begins today, the 2026 Battle Jacks schedule is here, and it marks the start of a bold new chapter at MCCU Field.<\/p>\n

Under new ownership and a refreshed vision for what summer baseball can be, the Battle Jacks are rolling out 36 home games filled with new promotions, revamped game times, premium food experiences, and the launch of an all-new Summer Series. This season, fans won\u2019t need to wait for a \u201cspecial night.\u201d Every night is<\/em> a special night.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe\u2019re honoring Battle Creek\u2019s baseball tradition while reimagining what it means to be part of this community,\u201d said General Manager Sam Connell<\/a>. \u201cWhether it\u2019s a Tuesday night or a Sunday afternoon, fans will walk into MCCU Field knowing something is happening; something exciting, something worth showing up for.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The full printable schedule<\/a> is now live on our website; time to start circling your summer.<\/p>\n

Opening Week Sets the Tone\"\"<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Battle Jacks start the season on the road, but the moment they return home, MCCU Field is going to feel alive. Opening Week features three anchor games that set the table for what 2026 is all about:<\/p>\n

Wednesday, May 27: Homecoming Night & Border Battle (7:05 PM)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The home opener brings the first-ever matchup against the league\u2019s newest expansion team, the Richmond Flying Mummies. A brand-new rivalry is born.<\/p>\n

Thursday, May 28: Education Day (11:05 AM)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

One of the loudest days of the year. Thousands of students from across Southwest Michigan pack the stands for a morning of baseball, screaming, dancing, and memory-making.<\/p>\n

Saturday, May 30: I-94 Rivalry Cup vs. Kalamazoo (7:05 PM)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s the Battle Jacks vs. Growlers under the lights for I-94 bragging rights. Enough said.<\/p>\n

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\u201cOpening Week is going to set the tone,\u201d said Field Manager Chris Fletcher. \u201cFrom the first pitch on Homecoming Night to the roar of Education Day, fans are going to feel it immediately. This roster is full of guys who take pride in playing hard and connecting with the community.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

New Game Times. New Traditions. New Reasons to Come Early.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The 2026 season introduces game times designed around fan experience, premium food, and family convenience.<\/p>\n

Evening Games \u2192 7:05 PM
\n<\/strong>More time for pregame entertainment. More time to enjoy your new 9 and Dine meal experience. More time to ease into your night at the ballpark.<\/p>\n

Sunday Games \u2192 5:05 PM
\n<\/strong>We want Sundays to feel like Battle Creek\u2019s weekly gathering \u2014 morning worship, afternoon chores, then an evening at MCCU Field filled with family and fun.<\/span><\/p>\n

A Battle Jacks First: 9:00 AM Third-Shift Game
\n<\/strong>This one is special. We\u2019re dedicating an early-morning game to the workers who rarely get to see live baseball:<\/p>\n