- Stream MLB 2026 live in the US: ESPN, TBS, FOX, NBC, FS1, MLB Network (all via Sling), MLB.tv, Unlimited ESPN, 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 outfielders face off on diamonds across North America, with an avalanche of home runs guaranteed. The Dodgers are going for a third World Series repeat, but Shohei Ohtani & Co. won’t get their way.
Defeated 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 arrived to give the American League champions confidence heading into 2026.
Aaron Judge, the MLB MVP in 2025, will once again be the Yankees’ talismanic figure, while the Mariners captured their first division title last season and will look to continue their improved form.
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?
Yeahbut there is a small drawback. For UK residents BBC iPlayer will show some FREE MLB 2026 live streams, but they 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 an easy solution: you can use a VPN to 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 streams in the US
In the US, the 2026 MLB season has a multitude of national television partners, with games broadcast live on ESPN, TBS, FOX, NBC, FS1 and MLB Network in the U.S. All out-of-market games are on MLB.TV.
If you don’t have a cable package and haven’t cut the cord yet, you can get access to all of these channels (and many more) through an OTT cable alternative.
we qualify Sling as the best for MLB 2026 coverage. Sling Blue includes TBS and FS1 plus access to local network FOX, NBC and ABC (availability depends on market). Sling Orange has ESPN and TBS.
Individually, plans start at $46 per month, but you can combine them for $66 per month. you get 50% off your first month if you subscribe to Blue or Orange & Blue.
If you also want MLB Network, you can add it through the $11/month Sports Extra add-on.
ESPN games will also be shown on Unlimited ESPNwhich 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 a month for 12 months.
MLB.tv normally costs $149.99 per season, but ESPN Unlimited subscribers can get it for $134.99.
NBC games will be simulcast on Peacock, which starts at $10.99 a month or $109.99 a year. You’ll need the Premium plan to watch live sports, but it comes with access to the NFL and Premier League. Right now, Walmart+ offers a 30-day trial for $1, which includes a subscription to Peacock.
TBS games are on Max, which starts at $16.99 a month for a plan that includes live sports.
Friday Night Baseball Doubleheaders are exclusive to Apple TV Plus, which costs $12.99 a month after a FREE 7-day trial.
Netflix shows 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 plan with Sports Plus, and the DirecTV Stream MySports Genre Pack will also give you complete 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 US, 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 United Kingdom, although occasionally some games are broadcast live on BBC iPlayer as we mentioned above.
You can get TNT by subscribing to Discovery Plus Premium Plan for £30.99/month. Subscriptions to TNT Sports start at £18 a month through Virgin Media or £25 a month on Sky TV.
Starting March 26, the streaming option moves to HBO Max.
Outside the UK at the moment? Wear NordVPN to access your preferred coverage of MLB 2026.
How to watch MLB 2026 live streams in Australia
In Australia, all PGA Tour tournaments are televised on 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 outside Australia but want to watch a 2026 MLB live stream, you will need to get yourself a VPNaccording to the previous instructions.
How to watch MLB 2026 live streams in Canada
In Canada, the vast majority of MLB 2026 games are exclusive to sportsnet.
You can stream live games on Sportsnet Plus, which costs from CA$29.99 per month or CA$249.99 per year and provides access to a host of other sports. Both the Standard and Premium plans allow you to watch MLB games.
If you are currently outside of Canada but want to watch a live stream of MLB 2026, you will need to get yourself a VPNaccording to the previous instructions.
MLB 2026 FAQ
What is the 2026 MLB schedule?
March 25: Opening night (regular season begins)
March 26: Opening Day Chalkboard
April 25 and 26: MLB Mexico City Series
May 15-17: MLB Rivalry Weekend Interleague Series
July 13-15: MLB All-Star Break
August 13: MLB on the field of dreams
August 23: MLB Minor League Classic
September 27: Regular season ends
September 29: Expected start of the MLB Postseason
October 23: Planned start of the World Series
Can I follow MLB 2026 on my mobile?
Of course! Each of the major broadcasters has streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or through the browser on your phone.
You can also stay up to date with all the key 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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