Duke Baseball is set to open the 2026 season with a four‑game series against Maine at Jack Coombs Field, marking the first official games under new head coach Corey Muscara, who was hired in June 2025.
The schedule calls for doubleheaders on February 13 and 14, with first pitches at 3:30 p.m. on Friday and 1 p.m. on Saturday, giving fans two days of back‑to‑back action.
All four contests will be streamed live on ACC Network Extra, allowing viewers across the country to follow the action as it unfolds.
Grandstand tickets are reserved, while a berm ticket grants entry to the standing‑room area, providing flexible seating options for the crowd.
A New Roster Takes Shape
The 2026 roster bears little resemblance to its predecessor, with only one position player from the 2025 squad returning; the rest of the lineup has been reshaped by a wave of transfers.
Among the newcomers, Tyler Albright will patrol left field after a junior season that produced standout statistics, while Michael DiMartini and Cider Canon arrive as notable hitters, both earning Preseason All‑America honors from the NCBWA.
On the pitching side, transfer arms Matt Nochowitz, Ben Dean and Aiden O'Connell are expected to anchor the rotation; Nochowitz brings a 3.80 ERA and a 5‑0 record from his two seasons at Cortland, Dean logged a 3‑3 record with 32 strikeouts as a freshman for the Flyers, and O'Connell appeared briefly for the Commodores last year.
Broadcast and Ticket Details
Fans can tune in to ACC Network Extra for every game, while the ticketing platform offers reserved grandstand seats and the option to purchase berm access, ensuring a range of experiences for the crowd.
Chris Edwards will call Friday’s games, and Ryan Young will call both of Saturday’s contests, adding familiar voices for longtime followers.
As the team takes the field for the first time under Muscara’s leadership, the blend of experienced transfers and fresh faces promises a competitive series that could set the tone for the remainder of the season.