How to watch MLB games live in 2024

Where to watch MLB games

The most popular channels for MLB games are ESPN, the MLB Network, TBS, Fox and Fox Sports 1. Depending on your favorite team, you might need Bally Sports Networks to stream regional games. You can look up your favorite team’s schedule to determine the channels your favorite team is on.

Here’s a peek into which streaming companies offer popular baseball channels:

Watch MLB on DIRECTV STREAM

DIRECTV STREAM is a convenient way for baseball fans to stream games live. To maximize coverage, subscribe to the Choice package or a higher plan. The Choice package includes every channel you need, such as ESPN, TBS, Fox Sports 1, the MLB Network and Fox. Moreover, with the Choice plan, you also receive regionalized sports networks. If your favorite team has many games on Bally Sports Networks or another RSN, you’re in luck, as this package includes most of them. Each DIRECTV STREAM package also includes unlimited DVR.

Watch MLB on Fubo

Fubo offers many channels DIRECTV STREAM has at more affordable prices. With the Pro plan, you receive ESPN, Fox, Fox Sports 1, the Big Ten Network, Fox Sports 2 and the NFL Network. For baseball fans wanting access to the MLB Network, you have a few choices. The Sports Lite package is $7.99. It features the MLB Network, NBA TV and the Tennis Channel. There is also the Sports Plus with NFL Redzone for $10.99. This option includes the MLB Network with the Redzone channel from the NFL, offering live streams of NFL games when teams approach scoring positions. Every Fubo plan includes unlimited DVR.

Watch MLB on Hulu + Live TV

Hulu + Live TV might be the most diverse streaming option. You can use its live TV package to stream games on ESPN, Fox, Fox Sports 1, TBS and the MLB Network. The unlimited DVR also ensures you have adequate room for recordings. You’ll also have the option to stream content on-demand. The best plan is the live TV package with the Disney Bundle. The Disney Bundle features access to Hulu, Disney Plus and ESPN Plus. With ESPN Plus, you can stream games through its platform and read premium baseball content on ESPN’s website.

Watch MLB on Sling TV

Sling TV is an affordable streaming option if you don’t mind adding on plans and equipment. Baseball fans need the Sling Orange & Blue plan. This package includes ESPN, ESPN 2, Fox Sports 1, the NFL Network and TBS. If you want the MLB Network, the Sports Extra package has it for $11. The package also provides NBA TV, the NHL Network, and MLB Strike Zone. MLB Strike Zone provides commercial-free streaming on Wednesday and Friday nights, dropping into live games. The only drawback is the local channel availability on Sling TV. You’ll want to enter your zip code on the Sling homepage to see exactly which channels you’ll get in your area, as locals are limited to select locations.

Watch MLB on YouTube TV

YouTube TV is only a few dollars more than the combined packages Sling TV offers, and with YouTube TV, everything comes standard. With the base plan, you have Fox, Fox Sports 1, ESPN, TBS, Fox Sports 2 and the MLB Network. The only error YouTube commits is it doesn’t offer Bally Sports Networks. That aside, YouTube TV is a sports fan’s dream. The multiview feature allows you to stream multiple games concurrently. With the key highlights feature, you can join a game in progress or stream highlights to catch up. YouTube TV also delivers unlimited DVR.

Exclusively on Apple TV

Apple TV features “Friday Night Baseball.” Each week, the streaming service airs a doubleheader on Friday night. These are hand-picked games featuring divisional rivals, games impacting playoff races and more. A subscription also includes the MLB Daily Feed, where you can stream highlights from your favorite team. You can also catch replays of older Friday night broadcasts.

Out-of-market games on MLB.TV

If you’re an out-of-market baseball fan or you want access to the MLB Network without a streaming subscription, MLB.TV might be the right fit. The service features access to every out-of-market game live or on-demand. You can also stream content on the MLB Network 24/7. Before signing up for a subscription, you can provide your zip code on its website to see any blackout restrictions.

FAQ

Is MLB.TV free with Amazon Prime?

No, you would need to pay for a subscription to MLB.TV. A full season of coverage is $69.99, or you can pay monthly installments of $29.99.

Can you watch MLB on ESPN Plus?

You can stream baseball games on ESPN Plus. You can purchase ESPN Plus through ESPN for $10.99 or add it as part of the Disney Bundle to your Hulu subscription.

Can I watch MLB Network for free?

Technically, you can stream the MLB Network free for a week. You can do this by signing up for a free trial with MLB.TV or any streaming provider offering a free trial and the MLB Network.