Craving Chicago Sports on Roku? We Got You Covered (Unless You're a Cubs Fan)
Ah, Roku. The land of endless streaming possibilities and questionable late-night purchases (who knew you needed a meditation app for your plants?). But tonight, you crave the electric energy of Chicago sports, the roar of the crowd, the (hopefully) sweet taste of victory. The question is: how do you get NBC Sports Chicago on your Roku and catch all the action?
Hold on to Your Popcorn (Unless It's for the White Sox, They Might Need It)
There's good news and, well, not-so-good news. The good news? NBC Sports Chicago isn't a standalone app on Roku. The not-so-good news? That doesn't mean you're out of luck. Here's the deal:
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Cable Cutter Chaos: If you're a proud cord-cutter who left the cable jungle behind, you'll need a live TV streaming service to access NBC Sports Chicago. Services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and FuboTV all offer NBC Sports Chicago in certain regions (but check their channel listings first, just to be safe). Word to the wise: Bookmark this page, because you might need to do some channel lineup comparison shopping.
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The Cable Clutches: Still clinging to the comforting (and slightly dusty) embrace of cable? You're probably golden! Just use your cable provider login information to access the NBC Sports app on your Roku and unlock a world of Chicago sports glory (or misery, depending on your team's performance).
Here's the Super-Technical Part (Don't Worry, It's Actually Easy)
Once you've got your live TV streaming service or cable login squared away, here's the fun part:
- Hit the Roku Shop: Navigate to the Roku Channel Store and search for the "NBC Sports" app.
- Channel Your Inner Download Ninja: Download and install the app.
- Login and Let the Games Begin: Fire up the app and sign in using your cable login info or your live TV streaming service credentials.
Bonus Round: Why No Cubs Love on Roku?
Here's a little mystery, wrapped in an enigma, dipped in disappointment: As of today, there's no dedicated Marquee Sports Network app on Roku. That means, dear Cubs fans, you might need to explore alternative streaming options to catch your favorite team. But hey, there's always next season, right?
So there you have it, folks! With a little planning and these handy tips, you'll be rocking your favorite Chicago team's jersey and cheering yourself hoarse from the comfort of your couch. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a date with some popcorn and a maybe-not-so-disappointing White Sox game.
