St. John's baseball team, seeded first, will kick off the 2026 BIG EAST Baseball Championship against fourth-seeded Creighton on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. The Red Storm secured their record 10th BIG EAST Regular Season Championship after a strong finish, winning 29 of their last 43 games. They finished league play tied for the best record at 15-6 alongside UConn and Xavier. Seven players received All-BIG EAST honors, and Mike Hampton was named BIG EAST Coach of the Year for the second time in three seasons. The tournament will be streamed on ESPN+, featuring a four-team double elimination format.

By the Numbers
  • St. John's has a 15-6 regular season record in the BIG EAST.
  • Adam Agresti hit 17 home runs, ranking second in program history for a season.
  • The Red Storm has appeared in the BIG EAST Tournament 31 times.
State of Play
  • St. John's is looking to secure an automatic NCAA Tournament bid with a strong tournament showing.
  • Creighton is defending its title from the previous year, entering with a 29-26 overall record.
  • The teams have a historical rivalry with a tied series in tournament matchups at 3-3.
What's Next

Depending on Wednesday's outcome, St. John's will play again on Thursday against either UConn or Xavier. The team's focus will be on maintaining momentum to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament. A championship win would continue their legacy as a strong contender in college baseball.

Bottom Line

St. John's aims to capitalize on their regular season success in the upcoming BIG EAST Tournament, leveraging their skilled roster and coaching strength. A strong performance could solidify their legacy and lead to a significant NCAA Tournament run.