- Stream MLB 2026 live in the US: ESPN, TBS, FOX, NBC, FS1, MLB Network (all via Sling), MLB.tv, ESPN Unlimited, Apple TV Plus, Netflix, Peacock
- Select FREE streams: BBC iPlayer (UNITED KINGDOM)
- Use NordVPN to watch from anywhere
- 2026 MLB Regular Season: Wednesday, March 25 – Friday, September 25
Watch MLB 2026 live streams as Major League Baseball returns for its 126th season, with plenty of intrigue as the best hitters, pitchers and fielders compete in diamonds across North America, with a deluge of guaranteed home runs. The Dodgers are aiming for a trio in the World Series, but Shohei Ohtani & Co. won’t have things his way.
Beaten by the Dodgers in last season’s seven-game World Series, the Blue Jays hope to come back strong. Yes, they lost Bo Bichette to the Mets, but Dylan Cease and Kazuma Okamoto came in to give the American League champions confidence heading into 2026.
2025 MLB MVP Aaron Judge will once again be the Yankees’ talismanic figure, while the Mariners won their first division title last season and will look to continue their improvement.
Read on for our guide on where to watch MLB 2026 live streams online, on TV and potentially free wherever you are.
Can I stream MLB 2026 for free?
Yesbut there is a small problem. For UK residents BBC iPlayer will stream some MLB 2026 live streams for FREE, but these will be sporadic and irregular.
Far from home? You can’t watch BBC iPlayer outside the UK, but if you’re on holiday there’s a simple solution: you can use a VPN to watch MLB 2026 for free. We’ll show you how to do this below.
Use a VPN to Watch Any MLB 2026 Stream
How to watch MLB 2026 live streams in the US
In the United States, the 2026 MLB season has a host of national television partners, with games broadcast live on ESPN, TBS, FOX, BNC, FS1 And MLB Network in the United States. All out-of-market games are on MLB.TV.
If you don’t have a cable plan and haven’t already cut the cord, you can access all of these channels (and more) via an OTT cable alternative.
We evaluate Sling as the best for MLB 2026 coverage. Sling Blue includes TBS and FS1 plus local network access to FOX, NBC and ABC (availability depends on market). Sling Orange has ESPN and TBS.
Individually, the plans start at $46 per month, but you can combine them for $66 per month. You go get 50% off your first month if you are a Blue or Orange & Blue subscriber.
If you also want MLB Network, you can add it through the Sports Extra add-on for $11/month.
ESPN matches will also be broadcast on ESPN Unlimitedwhich streams ESPN Select and all ESPN channels, and costs $29.99 per month or $299.99 for the year. For a limited time, you can bundle it with Disney Plus and Hulu for $29.99 per month for 12 months.
MLB.tv usually costs $149.99 for the season, but ESPN Unlimited subscribers can get it for $134.99.
NBC games will be simulcast on Peacock, starting at $10.99 per month or $109.99 for the year. You’ll need the Premium plan to watch live sports, but this provides access to the NFL and Premier League. Right away, Walmart+ offers a 30-day trial for $1, which includes a subscription to Peacock.
TBS games are on Max, which starts at $16.99 per month for a package that includes live sports.
Friday Night Baseball doubleheaders are exclusive to Apple TV Plus, which costs $12.99 per month after a 7-day FREE trial.
Netflix streams the Opening Night Game, the Home Run Derby, and the Field of Dreams Game. Plans start at $7.99/month.
Hulu with Live TV, the Fubo Elite bundle with Sports Plus, and the DirecTV Stream MySports Genre bundle will also give you comprehensive MLB coverage, while YouTube TV offers ESPN, FOX, NBC, FS1, and MLB Network as standard. Each is available with a free trial period.
If you are traveling outside the United States, you can use NordVPN to capture the action.
How to watch MLB 2026 live streams in the UK
TNT Sports has the rights to MLB in the UK, although some games are sometimes shown live on BBC iPlayer as we mentioned above.
You can obtain TNT by subscribing to Discovery Plus Premium Package for £30.99/month. Subscriptions to TNT Sports start at £18/month via Virgin Media or £25/month on Sky TV.
Starting March 26, the streaming option moves to HBO Max.
Outside the UK at the moment? To use NordVPN to access your favorite MLB 2026 coverage.
How to watch MLB 2026 live streams in Australia
In Australia, all PGA Tour tournaments are televised ESPN via Foxtel, with live streaming available via Kayo Sports.
Kayo Sports starts at AU$30 per month after a 7-day free trial. Or you can get your first month for AU$1.
You can also tune in to NBA, NHL, NFL, Cricket, AFL, Rugby, F1 and more.
If you are currently outside of Australia but want to watch an MLB 2026 live stream, you will need to get a VPNaccording to the instructions above.
How to watch MLB 2026 live streams in Canada
In Canada, the vast majority of MLB 2026 games are exclusive to Sports Network.
You can stream live games on Sportsnet Plus, which costs from CA$29.99 per month or CA$249.99 for the year and provides access to a host of other sports. The Standard and Premium plans allow you to watch MLB games.
If you are currently outside of Canada but want to watch an MLB 2026 live stream, you will need to get a VPNaccording to the instructions above.
MLB 2026 FAQ
What is the 2026 MLB schedule?
March 25: Opening night (start of regular season)
March 26: Opening day agenda
April 25-26: MLB Mexico Series
May 15-17: MLB Rivalry Weekend Interleague Series
July 13-15: MLB All-Star Break
August 13: MLB at Field of Dreams
August 23: MLB Little League Classic
September 27: End of regular season
September 29: Expected start of MLB playoffs
October 23: Scheduled start of the World Series
Can I follow MLB 2026 on my mobile?
Of course! Each of the major broadcasters offers streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or through your phone’s browser.
You can also stay up to date with all the key moments from MLB 2026 on the organization’s official social media channels on YouTube (@MLB), Instagram (@MLB), TikTok (@MLB) and Facebook (@MLB).
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