You Want Texas Rangers Baseball? Hold Your Horses (Unless You're on a Horse, Then By All Means, Hold Tight!)
Hey there, baseball fanatic! Got a hankering for some Texas Rangers action, but stuck in your car and SiriusXM is your only lifeline to the diamond? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because we're about to embark on a journey to find your Rangers fix. Spoiler alert: it might not involve XM quite the way you think.
Hold on Now, XM Doesn't Speak Baseball (Except Maybe for Dad Jokes)
That's right, folks. As of today, April 27th, 2024, there ain't a single XM channel dedicated solely to whispering sweet nothings (or heck, even exciting play-by-play) about Joey Gallo's bat or Adolis Garcia's dazzling catches. XM prioritizes satellite radio shows, music, and news, which is great for that long road trip playlist, but not quite what you need for that baseball itch.
But Don't Strike Out Just Yet! There's a Bally Good Chance You Can Catch the Game...
Now, here's where things get interesting. The Texas Rangers, bless their blue hearts, have their own broadcast partner: Bally Sports Southwest. That's where you'll find all the live action, complete with enthusiastic announcers and (hopefully) enough home runs to make your head spin.
Here's the Catch (No Pun Intended...Okay, Maybe a Little)
Bally Sports Southwest is a regional channel, which means it's only available in certain parts of the country, primarily Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and slivers of New Mexico. So, if you're cruising down the highway in, say, Maine, you might be out of luck. But fear not, intrepid baseball fan, because there are still some options!
Calling All Baseball Sleuths: National Broadcasts and the Power of the Internet
Here's where things get a little detective-y. Some Texas Rangers games get picked up for national broadcasts on networks like ESPN, FOX, or even Apple TV+ (yep, the future is weird, folks). You can usually find the schedule for these games on the MLB website or the Rangers' official site.
Of course, there's always the internet. MLB offers a streaming service called "MLB.TV," and depending on your location and blackout restrictions, you might be able to catch the game there.
The Moral of the Story? There's More Than One Way to Catch a Texas Ranger
So, while XM might not be your knight in shining armor this time around, there are still plenty of ways to snag that Texas Rangers fix. Just remember, a little research and some channel-flipping can go a long way in keeping your baseball spirit alive on the road. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a Bally Sports Southwest subscription to activate (and maybe a Joey Gallo bobblehead to order).
