“Friday Night Baseball” on Apple TV is back for 2026! This week's slate features MLB's top team as it gets closer to clinching a spot in the postseason and an NL West battle that could have Wild Card implications.
Padres at Giants, 10:15 p.m. ET (WATCH HERE)
The Padres (78-68) enter this game clinging to the third NL Wild Card spot, as they're just a half-game up on the D-backs. But the Giants (62-85), though eliminated from postseason contention, would love to be an obstacle in San Diego's path, which adds a little spice to this NL West clash.
Both teams are 6-4 in the past 10 games, but the Padres have better vibes with much still at stake in their season. Leading those vibes is Fernando Tatis Jr., who's enjoyed a resurgence since mid-August. Over his past 20 games, the righty slugger has seven homers and a .953 OPS. He's started September even hotter, batting .344 with a 1.007 OPS so far this month.
Hoping to pour some figurative cold water on San Diego's success will be Giants righty Anthony Molina (3-0, 2.79 ERA), who allowed just one hit and no earned runs over five innings in his last start against the Mets. Pitching for the Padres will be lefty Robbie Ray (11-8, 3.39 ERA), who will face his former team for the first time since San Francisco shipped him to the Padres at the Trade Deadline.
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With MLB and Apple continuing their partnership in 2026, Apple TV will once again be bringing baseball fans a weekly Friday night doubleheader. “Friday Night Baseball,” which includes live pre- and postgame shows, will stream exclusively on Apple TV and be free from local broadcast restrictions.
How can I watch?
Fans with an Apple TV subscription can access “Friday Night Baseball” through the Apple TV app by choosing any of these three options:
- Launch the Apple TV app and select the game directly from there.
- From the MLB.TV app, tap on Apple TV Game to be redirected to the Apple TV app (where available).
- Visit https://tv.apple.com/ and log in with or create an Apple ID.
Do I need to pay to watch live games on Apple TV?
Yes. An Apple TV subscription is required to view live games.
Do I need an Apple account to watch the games?
Yes. You need to have an Apple ID. Your Apple ID is the account you use across all your Apple devices, including your iPhone. Learn how to create a new Apple ID here.
How do I sign in to watch the games on Apple TV?
Log in with your Apple ID. Learn how to watch Friday Night Baseball here.
On what devices can I watch the games?
See all the ways to watch Apple TV here.
What if I have a question about Apple TV?
If you have any questions regarding your account, subscription or other issues, click here.