You Want Free MLB? Buckle Up, Buttercup: A Guide to Watching Baseball on a Budget
Let's face it, shelling out cash for cable these days feels like buying a participation trophy for the billionaire club. But fear not, fellow baseball fanatic! There are ways to watch America's pastime without, well, needing a second mortgage. Here's your handbook to catching those dingers and diving catches without blowing your whole paycheck on overpriced peanuts (although, those jumbo peanuts are tempting...).
Free with Frills (and the Occasional Blackout):
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MLB.TV Free Game of the Day: Every day, MLB.TV throws a bone to the free-livers with a single, glorious game. The catch? It's a mystery matchup until the day of, so you might end up watching the Kansas City Kernels play the... uh... the... (checks notes) Birmingham Barons? But hey, it's free baseball!
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Roku to the Rescue (Sundays Only): Baseball and chill? Yes, please! Thanks to the benevolent overlords at Roku, you can catch a free MLB game every Sunday on The Roku Channel. Just fire up your Roku device, settle in, and enjoy some Sunday Funday baseball (blackouts may apply depending on your location).
Technically Free, But Let's Be Honest...
Tip: Read mindfully — avoid distractions.
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The Friend Zone: We all have that one friend with the amazing cable package. Ahem, you know who you are. A strategically placed "Hey, how's it going?" text during game time might just land you an invite to their place. Just remember to bring the dip (and maybe wash the dishes).
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The Trial Trick: Many streaming services with MLB Network or local channels showing games offer free trials. Here's the thing: free trials are like that delicious complimentary bread basket at a restaurant – tempting, but gotta be strategic. Sign up, enjoy a week or two of MLB bliss, then cancel before they hit you with the bill. Just be sure to set a reminder in your phone, because forgetting can lead to a surprise charge and a serious case of buyer's remorse.
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How To FAQ:
QuickTip: Pause after each section to reflect.
How to watch MLB.TV's Free Game of the Day? Head to MLB.com, log in to your free account (or create one), and navigate to the "Live Stream Games" section.
How to find out which game is on The Roku Channel on Sundays? Check The Roku Channel schedule or search for "MLB" on the platform.
QuickTip: Reread tricky spots right away.
How to avoid getting charged after a streaming service trial? Set a reminder in your phone to cancel the subscription before the trial period ends.
How to convince my friend to let me watch MLB at their place? Be the best friend ever! Bring snacks, drinks, and maybe even offer to do some chores.
QuickTip: Pause to connect ideas in your mind.
How to deal with the heartbreak of blackouts? Distract yourself with highlights online, drown your sorrows in a giant soft pretzel (because baseball and pretzels go hand-in-hand), or maybe take up a new, blackout-proof hobby – like underwater basket weaving. Just kidding (kind of).
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