Illinois State vs Valparaiso Live Stream

The Illinois State University baseball program is preparing to host Valparaiso University for its final Missouri Valley Conference home series of the season. The three-game weekend series is scheduled to take place at Duffy Bass Field, beginning on May 1, 2026.

The Redbirds enter the series following a 13-6 victory over Iowa, a result that extended the team’s current winning streak to five games. According to Illinois State University Athletics, the first pitch of the series is scheduled for Friday at 5:00 p.m.

Viewing and Broadcast Information

Fans and alumni can follow the series through multiple platforms. While the opening game begins Friday, the second and third games of the series are scheduled to be streamed on ESPN+.

Additional streaming options are available via regional sports networks and digital services such as Fubo, which provides access to local teams and collegiate sports coverage.

Series Context and Standings

The matchup continues a long-standing rivalry between the two Missouri Valley Conference opponents. In the all-time series between the programs, the Redbirds hold a 31-16-1 record.

Recent conference data indicates Illinois State is currently positioned sixth in the Missouri Valley Conference standings with a record of 9 wins and 8 losses across 17 games.

The series serves as a critical juncture for both teams as they navigate the final stretch of their conference home schedules. The Redbirds aim to maintain their momentum from the five-game winning streak, while Valparaiso seeks to disrupt that run at Duffy Bass Field.