- Stream MLB 2026 live in the US: ESPN, TBS, FOX, NBC, FS1, MLB Network (all via A sling), MLB.tv, ESPN Unlimited, Apple TV Plus, Netflix, Peacock
- Choose a FREE stream: BBC iPlayer (UK)
- Use NordVPN to watch from anywhere
- MLB 2026 regular season: Wednesday, March 25 – Friday, September 25
Watch MLB 2026 live streaming as Major League Baseball returns for its 126th season, with plenty of flair as the best catchers, pitchers and fielders duke it out on diamonds up and down North America, with a flood of guaranteed home games. The Dodgers will be looking for a World Series, but Shohei Ohtani & Co. they will not have it all their way.
Beaten by the Dodgers in last season’s seven-game World Series, the Blue Jays will hope to rebound. Yes, they lost Bo Bichette to the Mets, but Dylan Cease and Kazuma Okamoto arrived to give the American League champions confidence heading into 2026.
2025 MLB MVP Aaron Judge will also be a positive figure for the Yankees, while the Mariners won their first title last season and will look to continue their improved form.
Read on for our guide to where to watch MLB 2026 live streaming online, on TV and which may be free wherever you are.
Can I stream MLB 2026 for free?
Yesbut there is a catch. For UK residents BBC iPlayer will be showing MLB 2026 live streaming for FREE, but this will be rare and unusual.
Are you not at home? You can’t watch BBC iPlayer outside the UK, but if you’re away on holiday there’s a simple solution — you can use a VPN watch MLB 2026 for free. We’ll show you how below.
Use a VPN to watch any MLB 2026 stream
How to watch MLB 2026 live stream in US
In the US, the MLB 2026 season has a number of national television partners, with games being shown live ESPN, TBS, THE CONCENTRATION, NBC, FS1 again MLB Network in the US. All out-of-market games are on MLB.TV.
If you don’t have a cable package, and you haven’t cut the cord, you can get access to all these channels (and many more) by using another OTT cable.
We measure A sling as the premier coverage of MLB 2026. Sling Blue includes TBS and FS1 as well as local network access to FOX, NBC and ABC (availability subject to market). Sling Orange has ESPN and TBS.
Individually, plans cost from $46 per month, but you can bundle them for $66 per month. You will do it get 50% off your first month if you subscribe to Blue or Orange & Blue.
If you want the MLB Network, too, you can add it with the $11/month Sports Extra add-on.
ESPN matches will also be shown on ESPN Unlimitedwhich carries ESPN Select and all ESPN channels, and costs $29.99 per month or $299.99 per year. For a limited time you can bundle it with Disney Plus and Hulu for $29.99 per month for 12 months.
MLB.tv normally costs $149.99 per season, but ESPN Unlimited subscribers can get it for $134.99.
NBC shows will be streamed on Peacock, starting at $10.99 a month or $109.99 a year. You’ll need the Premium plan to watch live games, but that comes with access to the NFL and Premier League. right now, Walmart+ offers a 30-day trial for $1, which includes a Peacock subscription.
TBS sports on Max, starting at $16.99 per month for a plan that includes live sports.
Friday Night Baseball doubleheaders are exclusive to Apple TV Plus, which costs $12.99 per month after a FREE 7-day trial.
Netflix is ​​showing the opening night game, the Home Run Derby and the Field of Dreams Game. Plans start at $7.99/month.
Hulu With Live TV, Fubo Elite with Sports Plus programming and DirecTV Stream MySports Genre Pack will also get you MLB coverage, while YouTube TV carries ESPN, FOX, NBC, FS1 and MLB Network as standard. Each is available during a free trial.
If you are traveling outside the US, you can use NordVPN to hold the action.
How to watch MLB 2026 live stream in UK
TNT Sports has MLB rights in the UK, although select games are broadcast live from time to time BBC iPlayer as we have said above.
You can get TNT by subscribing Discovery Plus Premium plan for £30.99/month. TNT Sports subscriptions start at £18/month with Virgin Media or £25/month with Sky TV.
Starting March 26, the streaming option is moving to HBO Max.
Outside the UK right now? Use it NordVPN to access your preferred MLB 2026 coverage.
How to watch MLB 2026 live stream in Australia
In Australia, every PGA Tour tournament is 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 into NBA, NHL, NFL, cricket, AFL, rugby, F1 and more.
If you are currently out of Australia but want to watch the 2026 MLB live stream, you will need to get yourself a VPNaccording to the above instructions.
How to watch MLB 2026 live stream in Canada
In Canada, most of the MLB 2026 games are exclusive Sportsnet.
You can stream live sports on Sportsnet Plus, which costs from CA$29.99 per month or CA$249.99 per year and offers access to all other sports. Both the standard and Premium plans allow you to watch MLB games.
If you are currently out of Canada but want to watch the MLB 2026 live stream, you will need to get yourself a VPNaccording to the above instructions.
MLB 2026 FAQs
What is the MLB 2026 schedule?
25 March: Opening night (regular season starts)
26 March: Opening day slide
25-26 April: MLB Mexico City Series
15-17 May: MLB Rivalry Weekend interleague series
13-15 July: MLB All-Star break
13 August: MLB at the Field of Dreams
23 August: MLB Little League Classics
27 September: The end of the regular season
29 September: Waiting for the start of the MLB Postseason
23 October: Awaiting the start of the World Series
Can I follow MLB 2026 on my mobile?
That’s right! Each major broadcaster has streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or your phone’s browser.
You can also stay up-to-date with all the important MLB 2026 moments on the organization’s official social media channels on YouTube (@MLB), Instagram (@MLB), TikTok (@MLB) and Facebook (@MLB).
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