It's a great time to be a baseball fan.
While there are traditional powerhouses like the Dodgers and Yankees, several franchises have more than enough talent to compete for a championship. And with skilled superstars taking the field on a nightly basis — Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, Bryce Harper and Bobby Witt Jr., just to name a few — there is rarely a dull moment.
The only problem is figuring out how to follow along with all of the action, especially if you don't have a traditional cable or satellite package. Fortunately for cord-cutters, there are several streaming services that will keep you locked in for the entire year.
Here is everything you need to know about watching MLB games during the 2024 season, including the best streaming options for this year's top matchups.
MLB live streams: How to watch baseball games for free without cable
If you can't watch your favorite team on a local TV affiliate or national TV channel, one great streaming option is Fubo, which is currently offering a free trial for new subscribers.
For a limited time, you can get your first month of Fubo for as low as $59.99, a $20 savings. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and 200-plus top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
Other streaming services that cover MLB games include Apple TV+, DirecTV Stream, ESPN+, Hulu + Live TV, MLB.TV, Sling TV and YouTubeTV. You can see the subscription prices and availability of free trials in the table below.
| Streaming option | Cable subscription needed? | Free? | Cost | Free trial? |
| Apple TV+ | No | No | $9.99/month | Yes |
| DirecTV Stream | No | No | $74.99/month | Yes |
| ESPN+ | No | No | $10.99/month | No |
| Fubo | No | No | $59.99/month | Yes |
| Hulu + Live TV | No | No | $76.99/month | Yes |
| MLB.TV | No | No | $29.99/month | Yes |
| Sling TV | No | No | $40/month | No |
| YouTube TV | No | No | $72.99/month | Yes |
Can I watch MLB games on Fubo?
Yes, Fubo gives users the ability to stream MLB games that air on ABC, ESPN, Fox, FS1 and MLB Network. It is currently offering a free trial.
Can I watch MLB games on Sling TV?
Yes, you can watch MLB games on Sling TV. A subscription gives users the ability to watch games that air on ABC, ESPN, Fox, FS1, MLB Network and TBS. It is not offering a free trial at this time.
Can I watch MLB games on Apple TV+?
Yes, Apple TV+ airs a weekly MLB doubleheader on Friday nights. Those games can be watched exclusively on the streaming service. It is currently offering a free trial.
Can I watch MLB games on ESPN+?
Yes, ESPN+ covers MLB games as well as college baseball and Little League World Series games. It is not offering a free trial at this time.
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