The Athletics (1-5) make their highly anticipated debut at Sutter Health Park today, Friday, April 3rd, for the 2026 Home Opener. After starting the season with a six-game road trip through Toronto and Atlanta, the club arrives in West Sacramento to face the Houston Astros (5-2). This season marks the beginning of a unique “nomad” era for the franchise, playing in a temporary home while preparing for a future move. With a new broadcast home and a roster looking to find its footing, here is everything you need to know about the 2026 campaign.
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April 2026 Athletics Schedule & Results
The 2026 Athletics schedule season began with a tough stretch on the road. Here is how the first week played out and what’s coming up for the first home stand in West Sacramento:
| Date | Opponent | Result / Time (PT) | Venue |
| Mar 27 | @ Toronto | L, 2-3 | Rogers Centre |
| Mar 28 | @ Toronto | L, 7-8 | Rogers Centre |
| Mar 29 | @ Toronto | L, 2-5 | Rogers Centre |
| Mar 30 | @ Atlanta | L, 0-4 | Truist Park |
| Mar 31 | @ Atlanta | W, 5-2 | Truist Park |
| Apr 1 | @ Atlanta | L, 1-5 | Truist Park |
| Apr 3 | vs. Houston | 6:40 PM | Sutter Health Park (Home Opener) |
| Apr 4 | vs. Houston | 1:05 PM | Sutter Health Park |
| Apr 5 | vs. Houston | 1:05 PM | Sutter Health Park |
| Apr 7 | @ NY Yankees | 4:05 PM | Yankee Stadium |
[FREE DOWNLOAD] 2026 Athletics Printable Schedule (PDF)
Keep track of every game in this historic transitional season. Our high-resolution 2026 printable schedule includes all home games at Sutter Health Park, holiday start times, and confirmed TV networks.
The “City-Less” Era: Branding and Drama
One of the most talked-about storylines of the 2026 season is the club’s branding. For the first time, the team is officially operating without a city designation. You won’t find a city name on the home jerseys or in the official standings. They are simply the Athletics or the A’s. This decision stems from a complex transition period as the team plays in West Sacramento while awaiting a permanent stadium in Las Vegas (targeted for 2028). The drama followed them into the offseason as the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office recently denied trademark requests for “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Sacramento Athletics,” ruling the terms too generic. While “Sacramento A’s” was approved, the team has opted to remain city-neutral for now, focusing on their identity as a historic franchise rather than a specific location.
MLB Resources & Internal Links
- Full 2026 MLB Schedule & Key Dates
- 2026 MLB Playoff Bracket & Projected Matchups
- 2027 College Football Playoff Schedule & Locations
How to Watch: 2026 Athletics TV & Streaming Guide
Despite the move to a new ballpark, the television home remains consistent for fans in Northern California.
- Regional TV (NBC Sports California): Most games will be broadcast on NBCS-CA.
- DirecTV: Channel 698
- Xfinity (Bay Area/Sacramento): Channel 721 (HD)
- Direct-to-Consumer Streaming (ATHLETICS.TV): A new in-market streaming service is available for $119.99/season. This allows fans within the home television territory to stream games live without a cable subscription and without local blackouts.
- Radio: Terrestrial broadcasts in Sacramento can be heard on Talk 650 KSTE. In the Bay Area, tune in to 960 AM KNEW or stream for free via A’s Cast on iHeartRadio.
Frequently Asked Questions: 2026 Athletics Schedule
Why is there no city name for the Athletics this year? The team is in a transitional period, playing at a temporary site in West Sacramento before a planned move to Las Vegas. To navigate this, the organization has dropped “Oakland” and is not yet using “Las Vegas” or “Sacramento” in its official branding.
Where is Sutter Health Park located? Sutter Health Park is located in West Sacramento, California. It is a minor-league facility that has been upgraded to host Major League games for the next three seasons.
Who was the Opening Day starter for 2026? Left-hander Jeffrey Springs took the mound for the season opener in Toronto on March 27.
How do I stream A’s games without cable? In-market fans can subscribe to ATHLETICS.TV for $119.99/year. Out-of-market fans can watch nearly every game via MLB.TV.
