Stanford Baseball Hosts Fresno State in Weekend Series

Cardinal look to bounce back after exhibition win over Waseda University

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Stanford baseball will welcome Fresno State to Sunken Diamond this weekend for a three-game series. Stanford comes in at 4-4 overall, while Fresno State sits at 4-3 on the season. The series opener is set for Friday at 2:05 PM PT, followed by games on Saturday at 2:05 PM PT and Sunday at 1:05 PM PT. All three games will air on ACCNX.

Why it matters

This early-season series provides an opportunity for Stanford to build momentum after an exhibition win over Waseda University. Fresno State represents a solid non-conference opponent, and the outcome of the series could impact both teams' postseason aspirations down the line.

The details

On the mound, Stanford will send senior righty Nick Dugan (0-1, 6.23 ERA) against Fresno State redshirt senior righty Drew Townson (0-1, 2.16 ERA) on Friday. Saturday's matchup features Stanford junior righty Aidan Keenan (0-1, 3.48 ERA) vs. Fresno State sophomore righty Tyler Patrick (0-1, 5.23 ERA). The series wraps up on Sunday with Stanford sophomore righty Parker Warner (0-0, 0.93 ERA) facing off against Fresno State redshirt senior righty Victor Arreola (0-0, 4.70 ERA).

  • The series opener is on Friday, March 1, 2026 at 2:05 PM PT.
  • Game two is on Saturday, March 2, 2026 at 2:05 PM PT.
  • The series finale is on Sunday, March 3, 2026 at 1:05 PM PT.

The players

Nick Dugan

Stanford senior right-handed pitcher with a 0-1 record and 6.23 ERA.

Drew Townson

Fresno State redshirt senior right-handed pitcher with a 0-1 record and 2.16 ERA.

Aidan Keenan

Stanford junior right-handed pitcher with a 0-1 record and 3.48 ERA.

Tyler Patrick

Fresno State sophomore right-handed pitcher with a 0-1 record and 5.23 ERA.

Parker Warner

Stanford sophomore right-handed pitcher with a 0-0 record and 0.93 ERA.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This early-season series between Stanford and Fresno State provides an opportunity for both teams to gain momentum and build towards their postseason aspirations. The pitching matchups will be key, as each team looks to get the upper hand in the non-conference clash.