ESPN is the new home of MLB.TV. This innovative new agreement extends one of sports media’s longest-standing partnerships. MLB.TV is Major League Baseball’s out-of-market direct-to-consumer product. This season, MLB.TV will be available on the ESPN app. MLB.TV represents a big step toward making the ESPN app a true multisports destination.
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How do I activate MLB.TV subscription?
To activate your MLB.TV subscription from ESPN, click sign-up pageOr navigate to the “Manage My Account” section of the ESPN website or ESPN app. From there, you can select MLB.TV and follow the prompts to create or link an MLB account.
What does MLB.TV cover?
With MLB.TV, fans get:
• Live, out-of-market regular-season games (both home and away feeds).
• Access live MLB Network within the US
• On-demand and archived MLB games.
• MLB Big Innings.
What’s included in my MLB.TV subscription through ESPN?
With MLB.TV, fans get access to all regular season out-of-market MLB games online or on supported smartphones, tablets and connected devices (blackout restrictions Apply for certain regular-season games as well as select spring training games). You can also log into the MLB app to stream select games of the 2026 postseason and the 96th All-Star Game on supported devices, with full access to blackout-free audio broadcasts from all 30 teams and live MiLB games.
For seasonal subscribers in the US, MLB.TV also includes a full season and offseason of 24/7 access to live MLB Network programming, including select out-of-market games and MLB Network shows such as “MLB Tonight,” “MLB Central,” “Intentional Talk” and “MLB Now.” Monthly MLB.TV subscribers will have access to MLB Network through the end of October.
How much does MLB.TV cost with an ESPN Unlimited subscription?
Season plans start at $134.99 for existing ESPN Unlimited subscribers. (Subscribing to MLB.TV requires an ESPN Unlimited subscription.)
What are the approved devices to watch MLB.TV with the ESPN app?
To watch MLB.TV with the ESPN app, fans can use the web, iOS, tvOS, Android mobile, Android TV, FireTV, Fire tablet, Samsung, LG, Vizio (10), Roku, Xbox, PlayStation, Zumo, and Cox.
If I already subscribe to MLB.TV, how can I take advantage of this offer on ESPN?
To take advantage of the MLB.TV offer from ESPN, you must purchase directly from ESPN. Contact MLB with any questions regarding your current MLB.TV subscription through mlb customer service. If you already have an MLB.TV subscription through MLB, you can link your accounts to watch on ESPN by following the steps below:
For users who have purchased MLB.TV from ESPN, they need to activate to watch MLB on:
1. Go to ESPN Account Management.
2. You will see an option under “Your Other Services” to activate your MLB.TV subscription.
3. From there, follow the steps to link your MLB account to your MyDisney account.
4. Once linked, you can access content on both the ESPN and MLB apps.
For users who already have MLB.TV from MLB, they need to activate it to watch on ESPN:
1. Go to MLB Account Management.
2. You will see the option to activate your MLB.TV subscription on ESPN.
3. From there, follow the steps to link your MLB account to your MyDisney account.
4. Once linked, you can access content on both the ESPN and MLB apps.
How do I add MLB.TV if I already have ESPN Unlimited?
Tap your account on ESPN.com or within the ESPN app and select MLB.TV Subscription or find any MLB content on ESPN.com or within the ESPN app. You will then be directed to the purchase flow to add MLB.TV to your subscription.
Can I pause ESPN Unlimited or MLB.TV during or after MLB season?
There is no option to pause ESPN Unlimited or MLB.TV during or after the MLB season. However, you can cancel auto-renewal to stop future charges, leaving you with access until the current payment period ends. MLB.TV monthly subscribers will no longer be charged after October of each season, with those monthly fees resuming on or around March 1 of each season.
What else should I know about the MLB.TV billing cycle?
MLB.TV monthly subscriptions will renew monthly through October, then automatically restart on or around March 1, unless canceled. MLB.TV seasonal subscriptions will receive access to MLB Network and archives during their billing period, while monthly subscriptions will only receive access to MLB Network and archives through the end of October. You will receive an email with details about your MLB.TV renewal before the start of the next MLB season.
How does the new MLB.TV offering impact Club.TV?
For the 2026 season, local-market live streaming (Club.TV, in-market) will continue to be sold and viewed through MLB’s platforms as MLB works to transition these experiences to ESPN.
Can I access my MLB.TV subscription from any computer, anywhere, at any time?
The product is designed for flexibility, but you will be subject to MLB blackout restrictions. For more information about blackouts, and to find areas with blackouts, visit mlb hub page. If your computer meets the system requirements, you can log in with your ESPN account to access your subscription from anywhere at any time.
Can I share my MLB.TV account with other fans?
Sharing your username and password is strictly prohibited.
For more information about MLB.TV and other ESPN streaming products, visit this hub page.
