Two of the best teams in baseball face off as the Braves host the Rangers on Friday, April 19.
The Braves (12-5) are off to a strong start, on the heels of back-to-back 100-win regular seasons. Marcell Ozuna is currently pacing Atlanta with eight home runs (tied with Mike Trout for the most in MLB) and a 1.135 OPS.
The record is all the more impressive considering the slew of injuries that Atlanta is facing: Star right-handed pitcher Spencer Strider is out for the season with an elbow injury, while All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies is sidelined with a fractured toe.
The Rangers, meanwhile, are hovering around .500 a year after winning the franchise's first World Series title. Texas, too, is dealing with a rash of injuries: Jacob deGrom, Max Scherzer, Josh Jung, and Nathaniel Lowe are all sidelined.
But a powerful lineup still features Adolis Garcia, Corey Seager, and Marcus Semien, each of whom is off to a respectable start in 2024.
Here is everything that you need to know about Braves vs. Rangers on Friday night.
What channel is Braves vs. Rangers on tonight?
- TV channel: None
- Live stream: Apple TV+
Friday night's game between the Braves and Rangers will not air on local or national TV. Instead, the game can be streamed on Apple TV+, which is the exclusive home of 'Friday Night Baseball' throughout the 2024 MLB season.
What time is Braves vs. Rangers on tonight?
- Date: Friday, April 19
- Time: 7:20 p.m. ET
First pitch between the Braves and Rangers is scheduled for 7:20 p.m. ET on Friday, April 19. The game will be played at Truist Park in Cobb County, Georgia, the home of the Braves.
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How to live stream Braves vs. Rangers
- Live stream: Apple TV+
Apple TV+ offers prospective viewers a seven-day free trial, so they can try the subscription-based service before they buy.
Apple TV+ can also be installed on a number of devices, including smart TVs, Roku, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV stick, and gaming platforms.
How much does Apple TV+ cost?
Apple TV+ starts at $9.99 a month in the U.S. A yearly subscription can also be purchased for $99.99.
Apple TV+ 'Friday Night Baseball' schedule 2024
Apple TV+ has released its 'Friday Night Baseball' schedule through June; the schedule is listed in the table below.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| April 19 | Rangers at Braves | 7:00 p.m. |
| April 19 | Diamondbacks at Giants | 10:00 p.m. |
| April 26 | Cardinals at Mets | 7:00 p.m. |
| April 26 | Rays at White Sox | 7:30 p.m. |
| May 3 | Giants at Phillies | 6:30 p.m. |
| May 3 | Blue Jays at Nationals | 6:30 p.m. |
| May 10 | Diamondbacks at Orioles | 7:00 p.m. |
| May 10 | Royals at Angels | 9:30 p.m. |
| May 17 | Rays at Blue Jays | 7:00 p.m. |
| May 17 | Twins at Guardians | 7:00 p.m. |
| May 24 | Brewers at Red Sox | 7:00 p.m. |
| May 24 | Orioles at White Sox | 7:30 p.m. |
| May 31 | Tigers at Red Sox | 7:00 p.m. |
| May 31 | Angels at Mariners | 10:00 p.m. |
| June 7 | Twins at Pirates | 6:30 p.m. |
| June 7 | Dodgers at Yankees | 7:00 p.m. |
| June 14 | Rangers at Mariners | 10:00 p.m. |
| June 14 | Angels at Giants | 10:00 p.m. |
| June 21 | Diamondbacks at Phillies | 6:30 p.m. |
| June 21 | Braves at Yankees | 7:00 p.m. |
| June 28 | Astros at Mets | 7:00 p.m. |
| June 28 | Padres at Red Sox | 7:00 p.m. |
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