Will I be able to stream Nationals games?
Yes! Nationals.TV on MLB.TV includes access to all local Nationals games on a variety of devices through the MLB App.

How will it work and how much will it cost?
Nationals.TV in-market streaming packages can be purchased for the discounted rate of $99.99 per year or $19.99 per month. Subscriptions for the 2026 season will be available in February.

Are there any blackouts?
In-market Nationals.TV subscribers can stream ALL local Nationals broadcasts with no blackouts. Nationals.TV subscribers who are outside the Nationals home territory can still watch Nationals games while they are travelling and are only subject to the opposing team’s local blackout restrictions, if applicable.

Will I be able to watch Nationals games if I have a standard MLB.TV package, but not the Nationals.TV package?
If you already have the MLB App downloaded, you’re one step closer to watching Nationals baseball! Nationals fans living within the Nationals home television territory must purchase a Nationals.TV subscription to stream Nationals games. Only fans who live outside the Nationals home market will be able to watch Nationals games with the standard MLB.TV package.

How do I know if I live in the Nationals home territory?
A map of the Washington Nationals home television territory is below. You can also click here to enter your zip code.

How can I get help navigating the MLB App?
Please visit this link for questions regarding how to watch MLB.TV on iOS or Android devices, on a computer or with an app on your television.

Can I watch Nationals.TV through the ESPN app as part of MLB’s new rights agreement?
No. In 2026, in-market Nationals.TV games will only be streamed in the MLB App.

Can I still watch Nationals games through my satellite or cable provider?
Yes. Nationals.TV will be available on select cable and satellite providers. Specific providers and channel locations will be announced closer to the start of the season.

What channel will Nationals.TV be on?
Specific channel locations and cable and satellite providers will be announced later this offseason. We expect that the channel locations will be located near other sports programming on your guide.

How do I watch Nationals baseball if I live outside of the local area?
MLB.TV subscribers can continue to watch Nationals games on MLB.TV outside of the local area.

Can I authenticate access to Nationals games through the MLB App by using the credentials from my pay-TV provider?
Yes, authenticated pay-TV providers will be able to authenticate to Nationals.TV through MLB.TV by Opening Day.

Does Nationals.TV replace MASN?
Yes. Locally distributed Nationals games are now produced and distributed by Major League Baseball under the name Nationals.TV beginning with the 2026 season.

Can I watch Nationals games through my free T-Mobile Tuesday MLB.TV offer?
Nationals.TV is not available through the free T-Mobile Tuesday MLB.TV offer.

Other Questions

Who is calling games for Nationals.TV?
Nationals.TV broadcasters will be announced in the coming weeks.

Which Spring Training games will be available on Nationals.TV?
The Spring Training television schedule will be announced at a later date.

MLB Blackout Policy
In-market Nationals.TV subscribers can stream ALL local Nationals broadcasts with no blackouts. Washington Nationals games streamed on Nationals.TV may be subject to national exclusivities. Select regular season, special event, and Postseason games are unavailable on MLB.TV domestically and internationally due to certain Major League Baseball national exclusivities. However, live audio of such games is available within At Bat, which is included with all MLB.TV subscriptions.

Fan Support
If you are having issues accessing a game or have questions about your account you can visit our full online Support Page. You can also call our toll-free support (866.244.2291), email by clicking here, on Social @MLBFanSupport or via Virtual Assistant.