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September 2, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich.
-- The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are excited to announce that Chris Fletcher will return as Field Manager for the 2027 season, building on the foundation established during his first summer leading the club.
Fletcher joined the Battle Jacks in 2026 as part of a new baseball leadership structure charged with building more than a roster. The goal was to establish the expectations, clubhouse culture, communication and player-development standards necessary to build a program capable of competing for cham... Full Story
August 3, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich.
- Baseball history takes center stage at MCCU Field at historic C.O.
Brown Stadium on Wednesday, August 5, as the Battle Creek Battle Jacks host the Royal Oak Leprechauns in a 7:05 p.m. first pitch while celebrating one of Michigan's greatest baseball ambassadors.
Prior to the game, the Battle Jacks will honor Terry Collins during a special pre-game ceremony as he returns to Battle Creek on the eve of his induction into the Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame. Collins will also serve as the Honorary Battl... Full Story
June 29, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich.
- The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are proud to announce that shortstop Brendan Thompson and second baseman Jake Stedman have been selected to represent the organization at the 2026 Northwoods League All-Star Game, which will be played on Wednesday, July 8, at the legendary Field of Dreams Movie Site in Dyersville, Iowa.
The selection recognizes two players who have been at the heart of one of the Northwoods League's most productive offenses during the first half of the season while helping establish a n... Full Story
June 12, 2026 - Battle Creek, Mich.
- The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are proud to announce the creation of the Russell Award, a new annual honor recognizing individuals who embody the spirit, passion, and unwavering support that make Battle Creek baseball special.
Named after Russell, the beloved Battle Jacks mascot and symbol of community, energy, and fun at MCCU Field, the Russell Award will be presented each year to a member of the Battle Creek baseball family whose dedication, loyalty, and love for the game leave a lasting impact on ... Full Story
The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are a college wood bat baseball team. Based in Battle Creek, Michigan, they are a member of the Northwoods League.
Battle Creek Battle Jacks News
Chris Fletcher Returns as Battle Jacks Field Manager for 2027
September 2, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich.
-- The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are excited to announce that Chris Fletcher will return as Field Manager for the 2027 season, building on the foundation established during his first summer leading the club.
Fletcher joined the Battle Jacks in 2026 as part of a new baseball leadership structure charged with building more than a roster. The goal was to establish the expectations, clubhouse culture, communication and player-development standards necessary to build a program capable of competing for cham... Full StoryMore Battle Creek Battle Jacks stories below
Terry Collins Visits Battle Creek, Honorary Battle Jacks Coach, Before Michigan Hall of Fame Induction
August 3, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich.
- Baseball history takes center stage at MCCU Field at historic C.O.
Brown Stadium on Wednesday, August 5, as the Battle Creek Battle Jacks host the Royal Oak Leprechauns in a 7:05 p.m. first pitch while celebrating one of Michigan's greatest baseball ambassadors.
Prior to the game, the Battle Jacks will honor Terry Collins during a special pre-game ceremony as he returns to Battle Creek on the eve of his induction into the Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame. Collins will also serve as the Honorary Battl... Full StoryTwo Battle Jacks Players to Play at Field of Dreams Movie Site in the Northwoods League All-Star Game
June 29, 2026 - BATTLE CREEK, Mich.
- The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are proud to announce that shortstop Brendan Thompson and second baseman Jake Stedman have been selected to represent the organization at the 2026 Northwoods League All-Star Game, which will be played on Wednesday, July 8, at the legendary Field of Dreams Movie Site in Dyersville, Iowa.
The selection recognizes two players who have been at the heart of one of the Northwoods League's most productive offenses during the first half of the season while helping establish a n... Full StoryBattle Jacks Introduce New Annual Russell Award Honoring Superfan David Daker
June 12, 2026 - Battle Creek, Mich.
- The Battle Creek Battle Jacks are proud to announce the creation of the Russell Award, a new annual honor recognizing individuals who embody the spirit, passion, and unwavering support that make Battle Creek baseball special.
Named after Russell, the beloved Battle Jacks mascot and symbol of community, energy, and fun at MCCU Field, the Russell Award will be presented each year to a member of the Battle Creek baseball family whose dedication, loyalty, and love for the game leave a lasting impact on ... Full StoryBattle Creek Battle Jacks News
- Chris Fletcher Returns as Battle Jacks Field Manager for 2027 - September 2, 2026
- Terry Collins Visits Battle Creek, Honorary Battle Jacks Coach, Before Michigan Hall of Fame Induction - August 3, 2026
- Two Battle Jacks Players to Play at Field of Dreams Movie Site in the Northwoods League All-Star Game - June 29, 2026
- Battle Jacks Introduce New Annual Russell Award Honoring Superfan David Daker - June 12, 2026
- Battle Jacks Announce Tony & Tucci's Card Shop Experience, Front Office Expansion & Media Day Reminder - May 21, 2026
- Battle Jacks Unveil Thunder Hogs Identity - May 18, 2026
- Battle Creek Battle Jacks and Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame Announce Partnership Celebrating Battle Creek Baseball History - March 6, 2026
- New Era, New Tagline - Battle Jacks Are the Home of Southwest Michigan Baseball - January 16, 2026
- Battle Jacks Add Assistant GM to Lead Food & Beverage & Events - November 25, 2025
- Battle Jacks Announce New Youth Academy & Meijer 5-Game Battle Pack - October 10, 2025
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Battle Creek Battle Jacks Minor League Baseball
League: Northwoods LeagueHome: Battle Creek, Michigan
Website: Battle Creek Battle Jacks site
Schedule: Full Battle Creek Battle Jacks Schedule
Battle Creek Battle Jacks Scoreboard
| Sat., Aug 8 | L | Battle Creek 5 at Traverse City 9 | Final |
| Fri., Aug 7 | L | Battle Creek 6 at Traverse City 9 | Final |
| Thu., Aug 6 | L | Royal Oak 10 at Battle Creek 5 (Game 1) | Final |
| Thu., Aug 6 | L | Royal Oak 6 at Battle Creek 4 (Game 2) | Final (7) |
| Wed., Aug 5 | Royal Oak at Battle Creek | Ppd. | |
| Tue., Aug 4 | W | Battle Creek 6 at Kenosha 5 | Final (10) |
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Battle Creek Battle Jacks Headlines
- Battle Creek Battle Jacks 2026 season wrap up in Northwoods League - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (August 10)
- Detroit Tigers pitcher Jacob Waguespack started with Battle Creek Bombers - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (August 3)
- Lakeview High grads Kucharczyk twins having big summer in Traverse City - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 27)
- Players with Battle Creek ties get selected in Major League Baseball Draft - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 20)
- Green Bay Rockers get to .500 with doubleheader sweep - Northwoods NewsBreak - Appleton (July 19)
- News, notes from the week for the Battle Creek Battle Jacks for July 12 - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 13)
- Battle Creek's Thompson, Stedman make Northwoods League All-Star Game - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 6)
- Battle Jacks players named to 2026 Northwoods League All-Star Game - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (June 29)
- Battle Jacks alternate identity in 2026 will be Southwest Michigan Thunder Hogs - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (May 18)
- Michigan Baseball Hall of Fame, Battle Creek Battle Jacks in partnership - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (March 6)
- Battle Creek Battle Jacks gets 100 locals for youth baseball clinic - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (November 17)
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