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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | September 2, 2025 | Salem Red Sox: (540) 389-3333 | [email protected]*

Salem Red Sox Release 2026 Home Schedule

Salem Professional Baseball kick off 2026 season at home on April 2^nd

SALEM, Va. – The Salem Red Sox have released their 2026 home schedule, complete with 66 games at Salem Memorial Ballpark during the 2026 season, the 18^th season as a Boston Red Sox affiliate. While the 2026 season schedule is set, fans can look forward to an exciting new era as the team unveils their rebrand during a Launch Party set for November 8^th. The new identity will reflect both the spirit of southwest Virginia and the fun of Minor League Baseball.

The Red Sox home opener at Carilion Clinic Field is set for Thursday, April 2 against the Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles). The Red Sox open against the Shorebirds in a 3-game series from April 2-4. A total of 10 homestands make up the home slate in Virginia’s Championship City, with a 9-game series (across 10 days) from April 3-12 and a 9-game series (across 10 days) from July 17-26. Salem Memorial Ballpark hosts 35 weekend games in 2026.

“We are excited to release our 2026 home schedule, as we gear up for an exciting finish to our 2025 season here in Salem,” said General Manager, Allen Lawrence. “With a few home games remaining this season, it’s a great time to enjoy the final moments of Salem Red Sox baseball while we look ahead to the next chapter of baseball in the Roanoke Valley.”

The Battle of 460 is set as the Red Sox host the Lynchburg Hillcats (Cleveland Guardians), a regional rival, during the final home game series (September 1-6).

Other opponents returning to Salem include Wilson Warbirds (Milwaukee Brewers), Fredericksburg Nationals (Washington Nationals), Hickory Crawdads (Texas Rangers), Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros), Myrtle Beach Pelicans (Chicago Cubs), and Augusta GreenJackets (Atlanta Braves).

Game times and full 2026 promotional schedule will be announced at a later date. 2026 season ticket memberships are on sale now.

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The Salem Red Sox are the Single-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox and call Carilion Clinic Field in Salem, Virginia home. Founded in 1968, the Salem Red Sox are in the Northern Division of the Carolina League and owned by Diamond Baseball Holdings. Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) was formed in 2021 to support, promote and enhance Minor League Baseball Clubs affiliated with Major League Baseball through professional management, best practices, innovation and investment.