Houston Astros: Your Guide to Not Missing Out (Unless You're Buried Under Minute Maid Park Nachos)
Hey there, 'Stros fans! It's Wednesday, which means it's hump day, and also it's game day for your beloved Houston Astros! But with all the channel confusion and out-of-market woes, catching the game can feel trickier than navigating a Jose Altuve steal attempt. Fear not, fellow baseball fanatics, because this guide is here to be your hero (almost as heroic as a clutch Yordan Alvarez homer).
So, You're in Houston (or Basically Texas): The Hometown Advantage
Lucky you! You get to cheer on the Astros from the comfort of your couch, surrounded by enough Whataburger to fuel an entire inning. Here's your viewing buffet:
- Space City Home Network: This is your Astros haven, broadcasting all the home games live. Just check your local cable or satellite listings to see if you have it. Pro tip: If your bunny ears are feeling neglected, some streaming services like fuboTV and DIRECTV STREAM offer Space City Home Network.
Out-of-Market? No Problem (Except for Maybe Your Liver if You Resort to Shady Streams)
Don't fret, friends beyond the Texas borders! There are still ways to witness the Astros' magic (without resorting to that sketchy website with 30 pop-up ads per second).
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MLB.TV: This is your one-stop shop for out-of-market games. Subscribe, choose your package, and voila! Astros on demand (blackout restrictions apply, but hey, we can't win 'em all).
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Apple TV+ (for a Limited Time): Did someone say free baseball? Apple TV+ is offering a 2-month free trial to catch Friday Night Baseball, which might include the Astros depending on the schedule. Just remember, that free trial is like a no-hitter - it goes by fast!
Bonus Round: Because We Like You
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Local Broadcasts: Depending on where you are, the Astros' opponent's local broadcast might televise the game. Check your local listings (or that handy dandy TV Guide app).
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Bar Hopping with a Purpose: Who says you can't enjoy America's pastime with a side of camaraderie (and maybe some questionable karaoke)? Many sports bars will be showing the game, so grab your jersey and your cheering voice.
There You Have It!
Now you have no excuse to miss a single Astros strikeout, walk-off homer, or epic bat flip. So crank up the AC, grab your favorite Astros memorabilia (or that lucky Astros socks you haven't washed since the last World Series win), and get ready to cheer on your team!
Remember folks, baseball is about fun, so relax, enjoy the game, and go 'Stros!
