Baseball fans, rejoice! With the 2025 MLB season underway, you can catch all the action live or on-demand using your Roku device. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know, from MLB.TV access to streaming games airing on ESPN, Fox, Apple TV+, and more.
Stream Out-of-Market Games with MLB.TV
The best way to watch MLB games without local blackout restrictions is with an MLB.TV subscription. For $149.99/year, you get access to stream regular season out-of-market games live or on-demand. You can also subscribe to follow a single team for $129.99.
Once linked to your Roku, the MLB.TV app provides a personalized homescreen showing live games in progress. The schedule makes it easy to find upcoming matchups. Choose your broadcast feed, go live or start from the beginning.
For more details on accessing MLB.TV on various devices, check out these guides: MLB.TV on Fire TV, MLB.TV on LG TV, MLB.TV on Vizio TV, and MLB.TV on Samsung TV.
Access ESPN’s MLB Broadcasts
ESPN airs Sunday Night Baseball plus other national MLB coverage. To watch:
- Get ESPN with DIRECTV STREAM, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV or YouTube TV
- Subscribe directly to ESPN+ through the Roku channel
- Use TV provider login credentials to authenticate the ESPN app

ESPN+ also carries some live out-of-market games and on-demand programming.

Catch Fox and FS1’s MLB Games
Fox and FS1 share MLB broadcasting rights. You can stream games on these channels via:
- Live TV streaming services like DIRECTV STREAM, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV
- TV provider login to authenticate FOX Sports app
- HD antenna for local Fox affiliates

See Tuesday MLB on TBS
TBS airs MLB games on Tuesday evenings. Access the TBS live stream through:
- DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV
- TV provider login to authenticate Watch TBS app

Friday Baseball on Apple TV+
New for 2023, Apple TV+ hosts weekly Friday night baseball doubleheaders. Tune in for live pre/post game shows too.

Catch Select Sunday MLB on Peacock
Peacock streams an exclusive Sunday morning “game of the week” all season. Tune in for pre/post shows as well.

Other Ways to Watch
- MLB Network is on DIRECTV STREAM, FuboTV, Sling TV, YouTube TV and with an MLB.TV subscription
- Check regional sports networks for local team broadcasts
- Use TV login to authenticate NBC Sports, FOX Sports, and Bally Sports apps
And for those curious – no, MLB.TV is not included free with Amazon Prime. You’ll need to subscribe separately.
Now you know all the best ways to catch MLB baseball on your Roku device this season. Happy streaming!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest way to stream MLB games on Roku?
The most affordable option is getting an MLB.TV single team subscription for $129.99 per season. This lets you follow just your favorite team’s out-of-market games live or on-demand.
Does MLB.TV include playoff games?
Yes, with an MLB.TV subscription you can stream live out-of-market playoff games, excluding those airing on Fox, FS1, and TBS.
Can I use MLB.TV to watch my local team?
Unfortunately MLB.TV is subject to local blackout restrictions based on your location, so you won’t be able to stream in-market live games.
What if I want to watch baseball on my TV without Roku?
Most of these streaming services are available across devices like smart TVs, streaming sticks/boxes, phones, and more. As long as you have an internet connection and compatible app or browser, you can access the same baseball content.
Why do some games say “out-of-market only”?
Regional broadcasting rights limit which games you can watch in your location. That’s why some live streams are only accessible out-of-market. MLB.TV lifts these restrictions so you can watch baseball no matter where you live.
What internet speed do I need for streaming?
For the best performance, your internet connection should reliably hit at least 25 Mbps download speeds. Faster is better especially if multiple people are streaming at once.