The 2026 Patriot League Baseball Championship schedule takes place from May 9-18, 2026, at Home Site of Higher Seed per Round. The tournament features a four-team field. The No. 1 and No. 2 seeds host best-of-three semifinal series at their respective home ballparks from May 9-11. The semifinal-round winners then meet in the best-of-three Patriot League Championship Series, scheduled to begin Friday, May 16, at the higher remaining seed. The Championship Series will not begin without five full days of rest after the final semifinal series game. All games Sat through Mon will air on ESPN+, with the Championship Game on Mon, May 18 at a time TBD.
2026 Patriot League Baseball Tournament Schedule
Here’s the 2026 Patriot League baseball tournament schedule. Once we have the seeds and matchups set, we’ll update the schedule for you here. We’ll also post the finalized, printable Patriot Leage baseball tournament bracket once released by the league too.
| Day | Game | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semifinal Series — Best 2-of-3 at No. 1 and No. 2 Seeds | ||||
| Sat, May 9 | Game 1 | Series at No. 1 and No. 2 Seed Home Ballparks | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Sun, May 10 | Game 2 | Series at No. 1 and No. 2 Seed Home Ballparks | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Mon, May 11 | Game 3* | If Necessary (series deciding game) | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Championship Series — Best 2-of-3 at Higher Remaining Seed | ||||
| Sat, May 16 | Game 1 | Championship Series opens at higher remaining seed | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Sun, May 17 | Game 2 | Championship Series continues at higher remaining seed | TBD | ESPN+ |
| Mon, May 18 | Game 3* | If Necessary Championship Deciding Game | TBD | ESPN+ |
Patriot League Baseball FAQ
Where is the 2026 Patriot League Baseball Tournament being played? The tournament is played at the home ballpark of the higher seed in each round.
How can I watch the Patriot League Baseball Tournament? The entire tournament is broadcast on ESPN+.
How many teams make the Patriot League Baseball Tournament? The top 4 teams in the conference standings qualify.
What are the tiebreaker rules for seeding? Seeding is determined by conference winning percentage. If teams are tied, the first tiebreaker is head-to-head record, followed by record against common Patriot League opponents.
College Baseball Resources
2026 D1 Baseball Tournament: Master Schedule & CWS Guide
2026 College Baseball Postseason Hub
2026 NCAA DI Baseball & College World Series Schedule
