College Baseball Opening Weekend: Live Scores and Highlights
College baseball kicks off the 2026 season today, February 13, ushering in an exciting opening weekend filled with action across the nation. Fans will witness top-tier matchups as teams commence their journey leading to the Men’s College World Series.
How to Watch College Baseball Opening Weekend
This opening weekend presents numerous games, making it essential to stay updated on the action. Major broadcasts will be available on MLB.com and various ESPN networks. A full scoreboard and schedule featuring live stats will be accessible for viewers.
Ranked Teams in Action
The beginning of the college baseball season highlights several ranked teams facing off against both ranked and unranked opponents. Here are the top 10 preseason ranked teams and their opening games:
- UCLA vs. UC San Diego
- LSU vs. Milwaukee
- Texas vs. UC Davis
- Mississippi State vs. Hofstra
- Georgia Tech vs. Bowling Green
- Coastal Carolina vs. Fairfield
- Arkansas – Shriners Children’s College Showdown
- Louisville vs. Michigan State
- Auburn vs. Youngstown State
- TCU – Shriners Children’s College Showdown
Top Series to Watch
An intriguing highlight is the only regular-season meeting between teams from last season’s Men’s College World Series. The match will feature No. 12 Oregon State against No. 24 Arizona in Surprise, Arizona.
Series Matchups:
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| February 13 | Michigan vs. Oregon State | 4 p.m. |
| February 13 | Stanford vs. Arizona | 8 p.m. |
| February 14 | Arizona vs. Oregon State | 4 p.m. |
| February 14 | Michigan vs. Stanford | 8 p.m. |
| February 15 | Stanford vs. Oregon State | 2 p.m. |
| February 15 | Arizona vs. Michigan | 6 p.m. |
| February 16 | Michigan vs. Oregon State | 2 p.m. |
Puerto Rico Challenge
This year’s opening weekend expands to Puerto Rico with the Puerto Rico Challenge. Several notable teams will participate, including preseason ranked No. 17 NC State and No. 21 Wake Forest.
Puerto Rico Challenge Schedule:
| Date | Matchup | Time (AST) |
|---|---|---|
| February 13 | Wake Forest vs. Houston Cougars | 9 a.m. |
| February 13 | Manhattan vs. Indiana State | 12 p.m. |
| February 13 | NC State vs. Washington | 2:30 p.m. |
| February 13 | Boston College vs. Seton Hall | 7:30 p.m. |
| February 14 | Indiana State vs. NC State | 9:30 a.m. |
| February 14 | Houston vs. Boston College | 1 p.m. |
| February 14 | Seton Hall vs. Manhattan | 2:30 p.m. |
| February 14 | Washington vs. Wake Forest | 7:30 p.m. |
| February 15 | Manhattan vs. Houston | 9:30 a.m. |
| February 15 | NC State vs. Seton Hall | 11 a.m. |
| February 15 | Wake Forest vs. Indiana State | 2:30 p.m. |
| February 15 | Washington vs. Boston College | 7:30 p.m. |
| February 16 | Houston vs. Washington | 1 p.m. |
College Baseball at MLB Stadiums
This weekend also hosts the Shriners Children’s College Showdown at Globe Life Field, home of the Texas Rangers. Notable preseason ranked teams include No. 7 Arkansas, No. 10 TCU, and No. 23 Vanderbilt.
Shriners Children’s College Showdown Schedule:
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| February 13 | Oklahoma vs. Texas Tech | 12 p.m. |
| February 13 | TCU vs. Vanderbilt | 4 p.m. |
| February 13 | Oklahoma State vs. Arkansas | 8 p.m. |
| February 14 | Texas Tech vs. Vanderbilt | 12 p.m. |
| February 14 | Oklahoma State vs. Oklahoma | 4 p.m. |
| February 14 | Arkansas vs. TCU | 8 p.m. |
| February 15 | Vanderbilt vs. Oklahoma State | 11:30 a.m. |
| February 15 | Texas Tech vs. Arkansas | 3:30 p.m. |
| February 15 | TCU vs. Oklahoma | 7:30 p.m. |
The MLB Desert Invitational
As college baseball teams gather in Arizona for the seventh MLB Desert Invitational, they will compete at various spring training facilities. This event will feature no ranked teams, but it promises exciting games nonetheless.
MLB Desert Invitational Schedule:
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| February 13 | Iowa vs. Kansas State | 3 p.m. |
| February 13 | UConn vs. Nebraska | 8 p.m. |
| February 13 | Northeastern vs. Grand Canyon | 8 p.m. |
| February 13 | Air Force vs. Penn State | 8 p.m. |
| February 14 | Penn State vs. Grand Canyon | 3 p.m. |
| February 14 | Kansas State vs. UConn | 7 p.m. |
| February 14 | Iowa vs. Air Force | 8 p.m. |
| February 14 | Nebraska vs. Northeastern | 8:30 p.m. |
| February 15 | Kansas State vs. Penn State | 2 p.m. |
| February 15 | Iowa vs. Northeastern | 3 p.m. |
| February 15 | Nebraska vs. Grand Canyon | 7:30 p.m. |
| February 15 | Air Force vs. UConn | 8 p.m. |
| February 16 | Kansas State vs. Air Force | 3 p.m. |
| February 16 | Stanford vs. Nebraska | 3 p.m. |
As the season begins, fans can expect thrilling games and memorable moments throughout opening weekend. Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for highlights and updates!
