Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (May 18, 2026) – The field and schedule for the 2026 MAAC Baseball Championship is set, with six teams competing at Heritage Financial Park from May 20-23 for the conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Up to 11 games are scheduled for this week, beginning at 11 a.m. on Wednesday as #3 seed Fairfield hosts #6 seed Marist. The full game schedule for the double-elimination tournament is as follows:
Game - Matchup - Date - Time
1 - #3 Fairfield vs. #6 Marist - 5/20 - 11 a.m.
2 - #4 Merrimack vs. #5 Canisius - 5/20 - 3 p.m.
3 - Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 - 5/20 - 7 p.m.
4 - #1 Rider vs. Winner Game 1 or 2 (Lower Seed) - 5/21 - 11 a.m.
5 - #2 Niagara vs. Winner Game 1 or 2 (Higher Seed) - 5/21 - 3 p.m.
6 - Winner Game 3 vs. Loser Game 4 or 5 (Lower Seed) - 5/21 - 7 p.m.
7 - Winner Game 4 vs. Winner Game 5 - 5/22 - 11 a.m.
8 - Loser Game 4 or 5 (Higher Seed) vs. Winner Game 6 - 5/22 - 3 p.m.
9 - Loser Game 7 vs. Winner Game 8 - 5/22 - 7 p.m.
10 - Winner Game 7 vs. Winner Game 9 - 5/23 - 12 p.m.
11 (if necessary) - Winner Game 7 vs. Winner Game 9 - 5/23 - 4 p.m.
Fans wishing to attend the MAAC Championship may purchase an all-sessions ticket pass, or tickets for the individual dates May 20, May 21, May 22, and May 23. More information including an updated bracket throughout the week can be found on the MAAC Baseball Championship site.
ABOUT THE HUDSON VALLEY RENEGADES
The Hudson Valley Renegades have served as the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees since 2021 and are three-time South Atlantic League North Division Champions. Since 1994, the Renegades have provided the Hudson Valley with affordable, family-friendly entertainment through the game of baseball at Heritage Financial Park, part of the award-winning Dutchess County Parks system. Learn more about hosting your event at the ballpark at www.heritagefinancialpark.com.
Summit Club Memberships and Group Tickets for the 2026 season are on sale now, and may be purchased at www.hvrenegades.com or over the phone by calling (845) 838-0094. Keep up to date on Renegades news by following the team (@HVRenegades) on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.
ABOUT DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS
Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) was formed in 2021 to support, promote and enhance Minor League Baseball Clubs affiliated with Major League Baseball through professional management, best practices, innovation and investment (DiamondBaseballHoldings.com).