UC San Diego is set to kick off its 2026 baseball season with a challenging three-game series against preseason No. 1 UCLA. The Tritons will begin the series on Friday, February 16, and it marks a significant matchup as it is the highest-ranked opponent UCSD has faced since moving to Division I. Each game will be streamed on B1G+ and live stats will be available on the UCSD Tritons website.

By the Numbers
  • Last season, the Tritons finished with a 26-25 record, missing the Big West Championship by one win.
  • UC San Diego set a program record with 80 home runs in 2025.
State of Play
  • The Tritons have returned 23 players from last year's roster, including five starters from their lineup.
  • J.C. Allen and Michael Crossland have both been recognized on the Big West Preseason Coaches' Team.
  • UCSD has been ranked to finish sixth in the Big West Preseason Coaches' Poll.
What's Next

After the series against UCLA, the Tritons will return home to host the Tony Gwynn Legacy event from February 19-22, featuring matches against teams like Utah and Creighton.

Bottom Line

The Tritons face a significant challenge in their season opener against the top-ranked Bruins, aiming to leverage their returning talent and build momentum heading into the season.