Live Streaming FAQ

A live, authenticated stream of MLB Network is available on desktop, iPhone, iPad and supported Android phones and tablets to MLB Network subscribers of most of the top pay TV providers in the U.S.

The live stream will include all MLB Network studio shows, original programming, regular season, Postseason and Spring Training game telecasts, and analysis from the best in the business.

If you have questions about your MLB.TV or Postseason.TV account, you can visit support.mlb.com or fill out this form here.

1. Through which pay TV providers is the MLB Network live stream available?

  • AT&T TV
  • AT&T U-verse
  • Altice One
  • Armstrong
  • Blue Ridge Communications
  • Charter Spectrum
  • Consolidated Communications
  • Cox
  • DirecTV
  • Dish
  • EPB Fiber Optics
  • Grande Communications
  • Home Telecom
  • Hotwire Communications
  • MetroCast
  • Optimum
  • RCN
  • Service Electric Cablevision
  • Verizon Fios

2. On what devices is the MLB Network live stream available?

The live MLB Network stream is available on iPhone, iPad and supported Android phones and tablets via the MLB app and on PC/Mac through MLBNetwork.com/Watch.

3. How can I access it?

Users may log in to the authenticated MLB Network stream via the MLB app or MLBNetwork.com/Watch with their pay TV provider credentials. You will be required to re-enter your credentials every 30 days in order to re-establish your authorization. Download the MLB app for iPhone, iPad and Android phones and tablets at MLB.com.

4. Will games be subject to local blackouts?

Unless otherwise denoted, MLB Network's regular season games are subject to local blackouts.

MLB Network's Postseason game telecasts can be watched via the MLB Network live stream anywhere in the United States without local blackouts. If your video service provider is offering a free preview and you do not currently subscribe to MLB Network, you are not eligible to watch via the live stream on the MLB app, MLBNetwork.com/Watch and MLB.TV.

If you have questions about your MLB.TV or Postseason.TV account, you can visit support.mlb.com or fill out this form here.

5. Does this streaming product cost extra?

Access to the MLB Network live stream is included in the user's pay TV subscription. There is no additional cost.

6. Will this be available outside of the U.S.?

At this time, the MLB Network live stream is available only within the United States.

7. Can I access the MLB Network authenticated stream via MLB.TV?

Access to the MLB Network live stream is available in the United States via MLB.TV, MLB app and MLBNetwork.com.

8. Is MLB Network Strike Zone included in the live stream?

At this time, the MLB Network Strike Zone channel is not available via live streaming.

AUTHENTICATION PROCESS

iPhone via MLB app
1. Download the MLB app at MLB.com.
2. Open the MLB app and navigate to the "More" tab.
3. Tap on "MLB Network."
4. Tapping on the "play" icon will initiate the feed; upon first launch, you will be required to enter your Pay TV username and password.
5. If you are experiencing an issue with your Pay TV username and password, you are informed that you are not authorized for the content, or your Pay TV provider is not listed or does not offer the MLB Network, please contact your Pay TV provider directly.
6. Once logged in, you will be taken to a video player to begin the live MLB Network stream.

iPad via MLB app
1. Download the MLB app at MLB.com.
2. Open the MLB app and navigate to the "More" tab.
3. Tap on "MLB Network."
4. Tapping on the "play" icon will initiate the feed; upon first launch, you will be required to enter your Pay TV username and password.
5. If you are experiencing an issue with your Pay TV username and password, you are informed that you are not authorized for the content, or your Pay TV provider is not listed or does not offer the MLB Network, please contact your Pay TV provider directly.
6. Once logged in, you will be taken to a video player to begin the live MLB Network stream.

To watch MLB Network on one of the supported Apple devices below, you must have the latest version of MLB and running iOS operating system version 12.0 or greater.
• iPhone 4 or newer
• iPad 2 or newer
• iPad Mini (all generations)
• iPod Touch 5th generation or newer

Android via MLB app
1. Download the MLB app at MLB.com.
2. Open the MLB app and navigate to the "More" tab.
3. Tap on "MLB Network."
4. Tapping on the "play" icon will initiate the feed; upon first launch, you will be required to enter your Pay TV username and password.
5. If you are experiencing an issue with your Pay TV username and password, you are informed that you are not authorized for the content, or your Pay TV provider is not listed or does not offer the MLB Network, please contact your Pay TV provider directly.
6. Once logged in, you will be taken to a video player to begin the live MLB Network stream.

The MLB app requires a minimum of Android OS version 5.0 or greater and will run on phones, tablets and Kindle Fire/Fire Phone devices. View a list of tested and confirmed Android devices at https://www.mlb.com/apps/mlb-app.

PC/MAC
1. Go to MLBNetwork.com.
2. Click the "Watch Live" button at the top of the page.
3. Choose your TV provider from the list of participating providers.
4. Log in with your provider username and password. Please contact your provider for assistance if you do not recall this information.
5. Once logged in, you will be taken to a video player to begin the live MLB Network stream.

What are the supported platforms for using this product in a browser?
Operating Systems: Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, OSX 10.6 (requires Chrome 37), 10.7 10.8, OSX 10.9, OSX 10.10
Connection Speed: Broadband 3000K
Browsers: Internet Explorer 10 (or later), Firefox 31 (or later), Chrome 37 (or later), Safari 7 (or later)
Adobe Flash: We recommend the latest version of the Adobe Flash Player.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Why is my TV provider not shown on your authentication page?

Access to the MLB Network live stream is only available through the participating pay TV providers shown on the authentication page. If your provider is not listed, MLB Network is either not offered by your provider, or the live stream is not available through your provider. Contact your provider and ask for MLB Network, including live streaming, or to find a provider in your area who offers MLB Network go to findmlbnetwork.com. We are adding new providers, so check back soon to see if we've added yours to our list.

I am unable to authenticate with my TV provider account. What can I do?

This account information is set with your provider. If you're unsure of your account login and password, please contact your provider to ensure you have the right credentials. Remember that passwords (and sometimes logins) are case-sensitive. If your video service provider is offering a free preview and you do not currently subscribe to MLB Network, you are not eligible to watch via the live stream on the MLB app, MLBNetwork.com/Watch and MLB.TV.

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