Where to Watch MLB Games in 2026: Netflix, NBC, Apple TV+ and Fox Schedule, Broadcast Lineup

Major League Baseball kicks off the 2026 season with national coverage spread across nearly every major TV provider and streaming service. From Opening Night through the playoffs, fans will need to keep their remotes ready and streaming apps handy.Here’s a breakdown of the major national broadcast windows for the opening series — and how they’ll look throughout the season:

MLB On Netflix

Netflix kicks off the 2026 MLB season in style with Opening Night on Wednesday, March 25. The San Francisco Giants host the New York Yankees at Oracle Park (8:05 p.m. ET).Netflix’s MLB coverage is limited but high-profile:

Home Run Derby — Monday, July 13

Field of Dreams Game — Thursday, August 13

After these special events, there are no regular-season games scheduled on Netflix.

MLB On NBC and Peacock

NBC makes a big return to MLB after more than 25 years. Coverage begins on Thursday, March 26 with a doubleheader on Opening Day:1:15 p.m. ET: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. New York Mets at Citi Field (Paul Skenes on the mound)

8:30 p.m. ET: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium

On Sunday, March 30, Peacock debuts its weekly Sunday Night Baseball slot, with the Seattle Mariners hosting the Cleveland Guardians at 7:20 p.m. ET.Throughout the season, NBC and Peacock will air primetime games, afternoon matchups, and — in September — the majority of the Wild Card Series.

MLB On Apple

TV+Apple TV+ continues its popular Friday Night Baseball package with a doubleheader every Friday night.Opening weekend slate (Friday, March 27):

8:15 p.m. ET: Los Angeles Angels at Houston Astros

9:45 p.m. ET: Cleveland Guardians at Seattle Mariners

This doubleheader format continues weekly throughout the regular season.

MLB On Fox Sports

Fox and FS1 return with their traditional weekend coverage. On Saturday, March 28, Fox airs the finale of the Giants-Yankees series at 7:15 p.m. ET, while FS1 and regional Fox stations carry other games (including Royals vs. Braves in select markets).Fox remains the home of the All-Star Game, one League Championship Series, and the World Series.

Additional Notes

Most remaining games (especially out-of-market) will be available on MLB.TV, subject to local blackout rules.

Other national partners like ESPN, TBS, and MLB Network will also carry games throughout the season.

The 2026 season features one of the most fragmented yet accessible broadcast setups in MLB history, blending traditional TV (NBC, Fox) with major streaming platforms (Netflix, Peacock, Apple TV+).This version is clearer, better organized with headings, and easier to read while keeping all the key details from the original. Let me know if you'd like it shorter, more detailed, or adjusted for a specific style!

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