Wondering what MLB games are on TV today and who is broadcasting them? This page tracks every Major League Baseball matchup for today and the next two days, with the national TV window up top and the full grid of home and away regional sports networks below. It refreshes every night, so the times, channels, and streaming options stay current all season. Bookmark it as your daily “what channel is the game on” guide.
MLB on TV Today: Quick Facts
Last updated: August 20, 2026 (ET).
- Games on TV today: 9.
- National TV tonight: Nationals at Rangers, 8:05 PM ET on FS1.
- English broadcasts: ESPN Unlmtd, FS1.
- Streaming: MLB.TV carries out-of-market games.
- Regional games: 7 on regional sports networks today.
- Updated: every night for today and the next two days.
National TV Spotlight
| Day | Time | Matchup | National TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 2:10 PM | Braves at White Sox | ESPN Unlmtd |
| Thursday | 8:05 PM | Nationals at Rangers | FS1 |
| Friday | 4:10 PM | Braves at Brewers | ESPN Unlmtd |
| Friday | 7:15 PM | Rays at Orioles | Apple TV |
| Friday | 8:15 PM | Angels at Rangers | Apple TV |
| Saturday | 1:35 PM | Blue Jays at Yankees | ESPN Unlmtd |
| Saturday | 4:10 PM | Nationals at Marlins | FS1 |
| Saturday | 7:15 PM | Giants at Red Sox | FOX |
| Saturday | 7:15 PM | Cubs at Mariners | FOX |
| Saturday | 7:15 PM | Pirates at Dodgers | FOX |
Full MLB TV Schedule: Today and the Next Two Days
Thursday, August 20, 2026
| Time | Matchup | National | Home TV | Away TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:40 PM | Cardinals at Reds | – | MLB.TV, Reds.TV | Cardinals.TV |
| 1:10 PM | Giants at Guardians | – | MLB.TV, CLEGuardians.TV | NBC Sports BA |
| 1:10 PM | Blue Jays at Rays | – | MLB.TV, Rays.TV | Sportsnet |
| 2:10 PM | Athletics at Royals | – | MLB.TV, Royals.TV | NBC Sports CA |
| 2:10 PM | Mariners at Brewers | – | MLB.TV, Brewers.TV | Mariners.TV |
| 2:10 PM | Braves at White Sox | ESPN Unlmtd | MLB.TV, CHSN | BravesVision |
| 6:35 PM | Yankees at Orioles | – | MLB.TV, MASN | YES |
| 8:05 PM | Nationals at Rangers | FS1 | MLB.TV, Rangers Sports Network | Nationals.TV |
| 8:10 PM | Angels at Astros | – | MLB.TV, Space City Home Network | Angels.TV |
Friday, August 21, 2026
| Time | Matchup | National | Home TV | Away TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:10 PM | Braves at Brewers | ESPN Unlmtd | MLB.TV, Brewers.TV | BravesVision |
| 6:40 PM | Cardinals at Phillies | – | MLB.TV, NBC Sports Phil | Cardinals.TV |
| 7:05 PM | Blue Jays at Yankees | – | MLB.TV, YES | Sportsnet, TVA |
| 7:10 PM | Giants at Red Sox | – | MLB.TV, NESN | NBC Sports BA |
| 7:10 PM | Nationals at Marlins | – | MLB.TV, Marlins.TV | Nationals.TV |
| 7:15 PM | Rays at Orioles | Apple TV | – | – |
| 7:40 PM | Mets at White Sox | – | MLB.TV, CHSN | WPIX |
| 8:10 PM | Athletics at Astros | – | MLB.TV, Space City Home Network | NBC Sports CA |
| 8:10 PM | Tigers at Royals | – | MLB.TV, Royals.TV, KCTV5 | Tigers.TV |
| 8:15 PM | Angels at Rangers | Apple TV | – | – |
| 8:40 PM | Guardians at Rockies | – | MLB.TV, Rockies.TV | CLEGuardians.TV |
| 9:40 PM | Reds at Diamondbacks | – | MLB.TV, DBACKS.TV | Reds.TV |
| 9:40 PM | Twins at Padres | – | MLB.TV, Padres.TV | Twins.TV |
| 10:10 PM | Cubs at Mariners | – | MLB.TV, Mariners.TV, KING 5 | Marquee Sports Net |
| 10:10 PM | Pirates at Dodgers | – | MLB.TV, SportsNet LA | – |
Saturday, August 22, 2026
| Time | Matchup | National | Home TV | Away TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:35 PM | Blue Jays at Yankees | ESPN Unlmtd | MLB.TV, YES | Sportsnet, TVA |
| 2:10 PM | Braves at Brewers | – | MLB.TV, Brewers.TV | BravesVision |
| 4:10 PM | Nationals at Marlins | FS1 | MLB.TV, Marlins.TV | Nationals.TV |
| 6:05 PM | Cardinals at Phillies | – | MLB.TV, NBC Sports Phil | Cardinals.TV |
| 7:05 PM | Rays at Orioles | – | MLB.TV, MASN | Rays.TV |
| 7:05 PM | Angels at Rangers | – | MLB.TV, Rangers Sports Network | Angels.TV |
| 7:10 PM | Athletics at Astros | – | MLB.TV, Space City Home Network | NBC Sports CA |
| 7:10 PM | Mets at White Sox | – | MLB.TV, CHSN | SNY |
| 7:15 PM | Giants at Red Sox | FOX | MLB.TV | – |
| 7:15 PM | Tigers at Royals | – | MLB.TV, Royals.TV | Tigers.TV |
| 7:15 PM | Cubs at Mariners | FOX | MLB.TV | – |
| 7:15 PM | Pirates at Dodgers | FOX | MLB.TV | – |
| 8:10 PM | Guardians at Rockies | – | MLB.TV, Rockies.TV | CLEGuardians.TV |
| 8:10 PM | Reds at Diamondbacks | – | MLB.TV, DBACKS.TV | Reds.TV |
| 8:40 PM | Twins at Padres | – | MLB.TV, Padres.TV, KFMB 8.1 (CBS), TV Azteca | Twins.TV |
How to Watch MLB in 2026
National games air on ESPN, FOX, FS1, TBS, MLB Network, Apple TV+ (Friday Night Baseball), Roku (Sunday Leadoff), and stream via MLB.TV. Every other game is carried by the two teams’ regional sports networks, shown in the Home TV and Away TV columns. Out-of-market fans can stream nearly every game on MLB.TV, though local blackout rules may apply in your area. Times are listed in Eastern and are subject to change for weather or doubleheaders. You can always confirm a game on the official MLB schedule. For the full season slate, printable grids, and the playoff picture, see the resource links at the bottom of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What MLB games are on national TV today?
The National TV Spotlight table at the top of this page lists every game carried on ESPN, FOX, FS1, TBS, MLB Network, Apple TV+, or Roku for today and the next two days. Games not listed there are shown on regional networks in the full grid.
How can I stream MLB games without cable?
MLB.TV streams nearly every out-of-market game. Nationally televised games are also available through streaming apps like ESPN, Apple TV+, and Roku. In-market games may be subject to local blackouts.
What is a regional sports network (RSN)?
An RSN is the local channel that carries a team’s games in its home market, such as YES, NESN, MASN, or Marquee Sports Network. Each game has a home-side and away-side broadcast, both listed in the grid.
How often is this MLB TV schedule updated?
It is refreshed every night, so times and channels for today and the next two days stay accurate throughout the season.
Explore More 2026 MLB Resources
- 2026 MLB Schedule: Printable and TV Lineups
- 2026 MLB Standings
- 2026 MLB Stats, Leaderboards and Playoff Picture
- 2026 MLB Playoff Schedule, Bracket and Matchups
- 2027 MLB Schedule Hub: Printable PDFs and Key Dates
