Baseball

Big 12 Baseball Tournament Returns to Surprise, Arizona for 2026 Showdown

May 19‑23 event features top teams vying for NCAA automatic berth

The 2026 Big 12 Baseball Tournament will unfold from May 19 through May 23 at Surprise Stadium in Arizona, bringing together the conference’s twelve member schools in a high‑stakes battle for the league’s automatic berth to the NCAA tournament.

Powerhouses such as West Virginia and Kansas enter the event with strong résumés, holding No. 11 and No. 16 spots respectively in the latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, while Arizona State fights to improve its postseason outlook as a projected No. 3 seed in the Tuscaloosa Regional.

Schedule and Broadcast Coverage

The tournament will follow a traditional bracket format, beginning with first‑round matchups, progressing through second‑round play, quarterfinals, semifinals and culminating in a championship game. All games will be televised on ESPNU and ESPN2, with live streaming available via ESPN+ and the ESPN app, complemented by a free streaming option on Fubo.

Beyond the on‑field action, the event underscores the Big 12’s commitment to showcasing its baseball talent on a national stage, offering fans a compact yet intense showcase of conference competition.

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