The 2027 MLB Little League Classic will bring the Toronto Blue Jays and Chicago Cubs together in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, marking the 10th edition of the event that pairs big‑league stars with the world’s top youth teams.
Scheduled for August 19, 2027, the game will be streamed live on ESPN in the United States and on Sportsnet in Canada, giving millions of viewers a chance to watch Major Leaguers take the field alongside future stars.
Milestone Celebration
MLB Commissioner Robert D. Manfred Jr. announced the matchup during the 2026 Little League Classic, emphasizing the tournament’s role in growing the sport among young fans and highlighting its tradition of community engagement.
The contest will be held at Journey Bank Ballpark, the home venue of the Little League World Series, which has hosted the showcase since its inception in 2017 with the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals.
Alongside the headline game, a slate of Little League World Series matchups will feature current Major League players who will attend the youth tournaments, underscoring the league’s commitment to grassroots development.
Legacy of the Classic
The Blue Jays will serve as the home team, bringing a sense of local pride to the event while the Cubs bring their storied brand of baseball to Pennsylvania.
Over the past decade, more than 70 alumni of the Little League World Series have gone on to play in the majors, a testament to the pipeline of talent that the Classic helps nurture.
Notable among them is Michael Conforto, who joins Hall‑of‑Famer Jason Varitek and Ed Vosberg as one of only three players to have competed in the Little League, College World Series and MLB World Series, illustrating the depth of the tournament’s legacy.
Looking Forward
As the event approaches its tenth anniversary, organizers say the celebration will continue to blend high‑level competition with community outreach, reinforcing baseball’s universal appeal and its power to inspire the next generation of players.