MLB Mexico City Series Matchup, Dates Announced for 2026 Schedule

The San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks will head south of the border early into the 2026 season for the third installment of MLB's Mexico City Series.

The league announced the two-game slate will run on April 25 and 26:

"We are extremely excited to showcase our brand internationally once again and thank Major League Baseball for selecting us," Diamondbacks president Derrick Hall said. "We have played more games in Mexico than any other team in the league and have invested heavily in growing our fanbase across the border over the years. Mexico has long been a valued location and focal point for us in searching for talent, building relationships, and growing the number of loyal D-backs followers."

Padres CEO Erik Greupner said the franchise is excited about making a return to Mexico City after facing off with the San Francisco Giants in the capital city in 2023:

"Our debut there in 2023 was historic, and this return reflects our continued commitment to celebrate our bi-national fan base and help grow the game of baseball internationally. We are excited to play once again at beautiful Estadio Alfredo Harp Helú in front of passionate Mexican baseball fans and our faithful fans who will join us on the journey to this world-class city and ballpark."

Mexico's capital city is more than 7,300 feet above sea level. Coors Field in Denver has historically been a launching pad, and it's situated 2,000 feet below Mexico City.

If the last two series were any indication, fans can expect to see plenty of offense.

The Padres beat the Giants 16-11 in their first meeting and the teams then combined for a more modest 10 runs a day later.

The Houston Astros scored 20 runs across their two games against the Colorado Rockies at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helú in 2024.

Pity the poor starting pitchers from San Diego and Arizona whose turns in the rotation will come during the Mexico City Series.