Baseball fans in Toronto will need to adjust their schedules as the Blue Jays have postponed their home opener against the Oakland Athletics. Originally slated for March 26, the game is now set for March 27, 2026, at 7:07 p.m. ET, according to the team’s announcement.
Details of the Postponement
This delay means that the Blue Jays and the Athletics will be the final teams in Major League Baseball to begin the 2026 season. The other 28 teams will kick off their seasons on either March 25 or March 26. This change shifts the anticipated atmosphere for the home opener, drawing extra attention from fans eager for the start of the season.
2026 Schedule Highlights
- Home opener against the Athletics: March 27, 2026, at 7:07 p.m. ET.
- Season starts with six consecutive home games:
- Three games against the Athletics
- Three games against the Colorado Rockies
- First road series against the Chicago White Sox.
Game Times for the Season
The Blue Jays have confirmed that game times will remain consistent with last season:
- Weekday night games: 7:07 p.m. ET
- Saturdays: 3:07 p.m. ET
- Sundays: 1:37 p.m. ET
- Weekday afternoon games:
- Six games at 3:07 p.m. ET
- Two school-day games at 1:07 p.m. ET
Spring Training and Off-Season Moves
The Blue Jays are set to commence their spring training on February 21 against the Philadelphia Phillies. Following a successful 2025 season, which saw them win the American League, the team has bolstered its roster during the off-season. Major signings include starting pitchers Dylan Cease on a seven-year, $210 million deal, and Cody Ponce for three years at $30 million.
As the Blue Jays prepare for the delayed home opener against the Athletics, fans are eagerly anticipating an exciting start to the 2026 season.
