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The LumberKings open their 2026 campaign at home against the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp on Tuesday, May 26th.
The LumberKings open their 2026 campaign at home against the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp on Tuesday, May 26th.

Clinton LumberKings Announce Full 2026 Baseball Schedule

CLINTON, Iowa — The Clinton LumberKings are excited to unveil their 2026 regular season schedule, packed with marquee matchups, weekend home dates, and exciting rival visits to NelsonCorp Field as the LumberKings compete in the Prospect League.

2026 Home Schedule

Date Time Opponent
Tue, May 26 6:30 Illinois Valley
Sat, May 30 6:30 Quincy
Sun, May 31 2:00 Quincy
Thu, Jun 4 6:30 Illinois Valley
Fri, Jun 5 6:30 Quincy
Sat, Jun 6 6:30 Quincy
Sun, Jun 7 2:00 Illinois Valley
Tue, Jun 16 6:30 Springfield
Wed, Jun 17 6:30 Normal
Thu, Jun 18 6:30 O'Fallon
Fri, Jun 19 6:30 O'Fallon
Sat, Jun 20 6:30 Burlington
Sun, Jun 21 2:00 Burlington
Tue, Jun 30 6:30 Normal
Wed, Jul 1 6:30 Decatur
Sat, Jul 4 6:30 Burlington
Sun, Jul 5 TBD Burlington
Thu, Jul 9 6:30 Alton
Fri, Jul 10 6:30 Alton
Sun, Jul 12 2:00 Normal
Tue, Jul 21 6:30 Normal
Wed, Jul 22 6:30 Illinois Valley
Thu, Jul 23 6:30 Burlington
Fri, Jul 24 6:30 Burlington
Sat, Jul 25 6:30 Illinois Valley
Sun, Jul 26 2:00 Decatur
Thu, Jul 30 6:30 Springfield
Fri, Jul 31 6:30 Normal

Opening Day & Home Opener

The LumberKings open the 2026 season on the road before returning home for a highly anticipated Home Opener on Tuesday, May 26th, hosting the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp at 6:30 p.m. Fans can also mark their calendars for the first weekend home series, highlighted by a matchup with the Quincy Doggy Paddlers on Saturday, May 30th and Sunday, May 31st.

Key Early-Season Matchups

  • June 4th–7th: A four-game homestand vs. Quincy and Illinois Valley
  • June 16th–21st: A major six-game home stretch featuring Springfield, Normal, O’Fallon, and Burlington
  • July 4th Weekend: Home series against the Burlington, including a Saturday night game on July 4th
  • July 21st–26th: One of the season’s biggest home stretches, welcoming Normal, Illinois Valley, Burlington, and Decatur
  • Late July / Early August Push: Key matchups against Springfield and Normal as the playoff race heats up

Rivalry & Fan-Favorite Opponents

Several longtime rivals make multiple appearances in Clinton during the summer:

  • Burlington Bees – visit NelsonCorp Field for six games this season, including July 4th weekend
  • Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp – five home dates, including Opening Day
  • Normal CornBelters – five matchups in Clinton, including home finale

Weekly Specials Dates

  • Thirsty Thursdays on June 4th, June 18th, July 9th, July 23rd, and July 30th.
  • Copa Sundays (Elote Days) on May 31st, June 7th, June 21st, July 5th, July 12th, and July 26th.

Looking Ahead

With plenty of weekend home games and competitive rivalry series throughout the summer, the 2026 season promises excitement for fans of all ages at NelsonCorp Field.

For the full schedule and ticket information, visit LumberKings.com.

All dates and times subject to change.