How to Watch The 2025 MLB playoffs Live Without Cable Online

Where to watch the 2025 MLB Playoff games

The 2025 MLB playoffs will air across seven different networks: ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, MLB Network, Fox, Fox Sports 1 (FS1) and TBS. 

Here’s a list of every streaming service that will carry some or all MLB playoffs channels this year.

*Local channels available only in select locations

Watch the MLB Playoffs Live on DIRECTV

The DIRECTV Streaming App offers a simple way to catch every single game. The Entertainment Plan includes all MLB playoffs channels needed in 2025.

All in all, DIRECTV is a go-to service for cord-cutters who want a streaming experience that feels a bit more like cable without the strings attached. If you want to get a taste of the service before you buy, you can sign up for DIRECTV STREAM's five-day free trial.

Watch the MLB playoffs Live on Hulu + Live TV

Hulu + Live TV offers one of the most well-rounded packages of live and on-demand content on the market today. If you want to watch MLB playoffs channels alongside a wide range of other great entertainment, this may be your best option. With your subscription, you’ll get access to 95-plus channels, a vast library of award-winning on-demand shows and films and the bonus of extra sports on ESPN Plus and plenty of family entertainment on Disney Plus. 

Watch the MLB playoffs Live on Fubo

Fubo is geared toward sports fans, so you can find much more than just the MLB playoffs here. The base Essential plan has a lineup of channels for sports fans, including just about all MLB TV playoff channels except for MLB Network and TBS. You’ll also get plenty of extra sports coverage on networks like beIN Sports, NFL Network, Golf Channel and Fox Sports 2 (FS2).

Watch the MLB playoffs Live on Sling TV

Sling TV offers the most budget-friendly way to watch the MLB playoffs on TV. However, your final cost depends on whether you want to be able to catch all the action, and you may not get all the channels you need, depending on your location.

The beauty of Sling is that it allows you to tailor your plan to your top viewing preferences, so you can buy Sling Orange for a mix of ESPN, ESPN2 and TBS or Sling Blue for a combo of FS1 and TBS — or you can go for Sling Orange & Blue and get all of those channels. From there, you can add MLB Network with the Sports Extra add-on.

Watch the MLB playoffs Live on YouTube TV

YouTube TV offers plenty of TV channels featuring the MLB playoff schedule. The basic plan includes every channel with MLB games except for MLB Network, which is not available on YouTube TV at all.

FAQ

Can I watch MLB playoffs on DIRECTV?

You can watch MLB playoffs coverage live on the DIRECTV Streaming App. The service offers every channel set to air MLB playoff games.

How do I watch the MLB playoffs on Sling?

Sling offers partial coverage of the 2023 MLB playoffs. With Sling Orange & Blue, you’re guaranteed ESPN, ESPN2, FS1 and TBS. Sling also streams ABC and Fox in select markets, but you’ll need to check your ZIP code on its website to see if those channels are available near you. To get MLB Network, you’ll need the Sports Extra add-on.

Can I watch MLB playoffs on ESPN Plus?

The MLB playoffs will not air on ESPN Plus, but the Wild Card rounds will show on ESPN and ESPN2. You’ll need a cable or streaming subscription to watch those channels.