MLB Playoffs 2023: How to Watch the Wild Card Series Online
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Major League Baseball’s Playoffs are officially here, starting with the Wild Card Series on Oct. 3.
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Now that the regular season is concluded, eight teams will fight for four spots in the Division Series. This week, eyes will be on the Tampa Bay Rays as they take on the Texas Rangers, the Minnesota Twins will play the Toronto Blue Jays, the Arizona Diamondbacks are up against the Milwaukee Brewers and the Philadelphia Phillies will play the Miami Marlins.
So, how can you catch the MLB Wild Card Series? The games will be broadcast across ABC, ESPN and ESPN2. However, there are plenty of ways to watch the MLB live online through streamers such as DirecTV, ESPN+, Sling TV, Fubo TV, Hulu Plus Live TV and more.
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Below, check out the full MLB 2023 schedule and the best ways to stream the games online.
DirecTV Stream
The best way to watch the MLB 2023 season is on DirecTV Stream, which in addition to a 3-day free trial is also currenltly offering $30 off all their packages. The Entertainment Package includes more than 75 channels, such as ABC and ESPN for streaming the MLB. However, true sports fanatics will want to go with the Choice Package, their most popular offering, which boasts more than 105 channels including the MLB, NBA and college sports networks.
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Sling TV
You can also stream the MLB season on Sling TV, which offers ABC and ESPN through their Sling Blue subscription ($45 a month) or their Sling Orange & Blue subscription ($60 a month). This means that you can also add on Sports Extra for as low as $11/month, granting access to MLB Network, NFL Redzone and the Big Ten Network.
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Hulu Plus Live TV
If you already have Hulu, it only costs an additional $5.99 a month to add on their Live TV option, which now also includes ESPN+ and Disney+ for only $69.99 — a total steal. You’ll have access to more than 75 top channels, in addition to Hulu Original and exclusive series. You can also record Live TV with up to 50 hours of storage and can stream on multiple devices at home or on the go.
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FuboTV
FuboTV is the most comprehensive option for streaming live TV, providing access to every major cable channel including ESPN, Fox and FS1. Their starter package, at $64.99 a month, includes 121 channels, a Cloud DVR with 250 hours of space and a family share option that allows you to access Fubo on three screens at once.
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ESPN+
ESPN+ is one of the best choices for die-hard sports fans as it offers specialized coverage, in-depth analysis and exclusive commentary. However, it’s important to note that live games aren’t available to stream on the platform in every market. If you’re just looking to stream sports, you can pay $7/month for their coverage, but the best deal is through the Disney Bundle which gets you ESPN+, Hulu+ and Disney+ for only $69.99/month. Also available on ESPN+ is their award-winning “30 for 30” sports documentaries and exclusive pay-per-view UFC events.
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MLB Wild Card Series schedule (PT/ET):
Tuesday, Oct. 3:
Texas Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Rays. 12:08 p.m. / 3:08 p.m.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Minnesota Twins 1:38 p.m. /4:38 p.m.
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Bucks. 4:08 p.m. / 7:08 p.m.
Miami Marlins vs. Philadelphia Phillies. 5:08 p.m. / 8:08 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 4:
Texas Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Rays. 12:08 p.m. / 3:08 p.m.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Minnesota Twins. 1:38 p.m. / 4:38 p.m.
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers. 4:08 p.m. / 7:08 p.m.
Miami Marlins vs. Philadelphia Phillies. 5:08 p.m. / 8:08 p.m.
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