With the MLB playoff schedule set, now is the time to make sure you can watch them. Here’s what you need to know to watch the MLB playoff games on MLB Network.
This year the American League games will be split between the MLB Network, FOX and FS1 while fans can catch all of the National League action on TBS in the hunt for the 2017 World Series title has begun. The 2017 MLB playoff bracket has been set and that means now is the time to make sure you know how to access the games on MLB Network.
With the American League playoff games being shown on MLB Network, FOX and FS1 and National League games on TBS, it’s important to note that fans who subscribe to MLB.TV will be able to access the other channels (TBS, FOX and FS1) with their subscription. Fans should check with their cable providers for more details.
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The American League action begins on Tuesday, October 3 when the Minnesota Twins face off against the New York Yankees in a game broadcast on ESPN. Once the wild card winner has been determined, the first two games of the American League Division Series begin on Thursday, October 5 with the Boston Red Sox at the Houston Astros followed by the AL Wild Card Winner.
The National League kicks things off with the Wild Card game. It’s a NL West matchup between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday, October 4.
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MLB Network subscribers can also log into their accounts to watch the games online on the MLB.com At Bat app.
The American League Championship Series will start Friday, October 13 and Game 1 of the 2017 World Series will begin Tuesday, October 24.