Apple will bring back Friday Night Baseball on Apple TV starting March 27, marking the fifth season of the weekly MLB broadcast package on the streaming service. Fans will get two exclusive games every Friday throughout the 25-week 2026 Major League Baseball regular season. The opening night schedule features the Los Angeles Angels facing the Houston Astros, followed by the Cleveland Guardians playing the Seattle Mariners.
The weekly doubleheaders will stream in more than 60 countries and regions through the Apple TV app. Apple says viewers will see improved broadcast production, deeper analysis from commentators, and games that remain available without local broadcast restrictions. Subscribers only need a standard Apple TV subscription to watch the games.
Apple confirmed the return of the program in a press release announcing the full first-half schedule and additional MLB programming on the platform.
“Friday Night Baseball on Apple TV continues to elevate how fans experience the game,” said Oliver Schusser, Apple’s vice president of Apple Music, Apple TV, Sports, and Beats.
Apple highlighted “cutting-edge production” and the use of iPhone cameras during live broadcasts, which add new viewing angles and immersive shots during select games.
Season Expectations
Apple TV will stream two MLB matchups every Friday during the regular season, running for 25 weeks. The coverage will feature professional commentary teams, sideline reporting, and production handled in partnership with MLB Network’s award-winning broadcast crew.
Several high-profile games will appear during the first half of the schedule, including the New York Subway Series between the Yankees and Mets, along with multiple appearances from Shohei Ohtani and the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
Fans in the United States will also get additional baseball coverage starting March 26 with the MLB Big Inning show, which delivers live look-ins and game highlights each weeknight. Apple TV will also carry related content such as Countdown to First Pitch, MLB Daily Recap, and MLB This Week.
First Half Schedule for Friday Night Baseball
| Date | Game 1 | Time (ET) | Game 2 | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 27 | Angels at Astros | 8:15 PM | Guardians at Mariners | 9:45 PM |
| April 3 | Brewers at Royals | 7:45 PM | Braves at Diamondbacks | 9:45 PM |
| April 10 | Angels at Reds | 6:45 PM | Giants at Orioles | 7:15 PM |
| April 17 | Rays at Pirates | 6:45 PM | Tigers at Red Sox | 7:15 PM |
| April 24 | Phillies at Braves | 7:15 PM | Cubs at Dodgers | 10:15 PM |
| May 1 | Reds at Pirates | 6:45 PM | Royals at Mariners | 9:45 PM |
| May 8 | Twins at Guardians | 7:15 PM | Cardinals at Padres | 9:45 PM |
| May 15 | Blue Jays at Tigers | 6:45 PM | Yankees at Mets | 7:15 PM |
| May 22 | Astros at Cubs | 2:20 PM | Tigers at Orioles | 7:15 PM |
| May 29 | Twins at Pirates | 6:45 PM | Phillies at Dodgers | 10:15 PM |
| June 5 | Guardians at Rangers | 8:15 PM | Royals at Twins | 8:15 PM |
| June 12 | Diamondbacks at Reds | 7:15 PM | Braves at Mets | 7:15 PM |
| June 19 | Cardinals at Royals | 8:15 PM | Twins at Diamondbacks | 9:45 PM |
| June 26 | Cubs at Brewers | 7:45 PM | Dodgers at Padres | 9:45 PM |
How to Watch Friday Night Baseball
Apple includes Friday Night Baseball with a regular Apple TV subscription, which costs $12.99 per month. Fans can watch the games through the Apple TV app on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV 4K, Mac, supported smart TVs, streaming devices, and gaming consoles. The service also streams through the web at tv.apple.com.
Apple will continue expanding its live sports coverage throughout the season with additional highlights, recap shows, and league updates across the Apple TV platform.
