Major League Baseball (MLB) will return to Mexican territory in 2026 with a two-game regular season series between the San Diego Padres and the Arizona Diamondbacks, scheduled for April 25 and 26. These games would be held at the Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium in Mexico City, according to sports media reports.
This return is important for MLB fans in Mexico and for those living in the U.S., as it will allow them to see these Major League Baseball teams live without having to travel so far. The Padres and Diamondbacks have been in talks to make this series happen, and the official 2026 Major League Baseball schedule already shows strong indications that these games are confirmed.
More details and what it means for fans
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This would be MLB’s seventh official regular season series in Mexico.
Parents have participated in several of these series.
The Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium, also known as the “Diamond of Fire”, has been the venue for recent series and is once again shaping up to be the ideal venue.
For Hispanics in the United States, especially those in the border or areas with a strong Mexican community, this event offers a rare opportunity to enjoy MLB close to home.
It is also a boost for sports tourism, local media, and the entertainment economy.
What to expect?
These games would be held at the Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium
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Although a full official announcement has not yet been made regarding exact logistics – tickets, schedules, sanitary measures, etc. – it is expected that MLB and the teams will involve the Mexican community from now on:
Publicity, advance ticket sales, promotions, travel packages for those living in the USA.
It is recommended to be attentive to the official channels of the MLB, Padres and Diamondbacks teams, and Spanish-language sports media.
More details will surely be revealed in the coming months.
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