How to Watch the Colorado Rockies
Can the Rockies start building winning habits in 2026?
Colorado is in the midst of a difficult period in its franchise. It’s been three straight seasons of 100+ losses, the team hasn’t made the playoffs in seven years, and its general manager resigned. So if you want to watch the Colorado Rockies, it could be tough sledding this year.
While postseason glory might not be in the cards, Rockies fans can still expect plenty of exciting moments ahead that they won’t want to miss. In this watch guide, I’ll walk you through everything from Rockies.TV subscriptions to national broadcast information.
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*Claim based on total games carried on Nat'l and combined local Regional Sports Networks. RSNs avail. with CHOICE package or higher. Avail. of RSNs varies by ZIP code and pkg. Blackouts apply.
Where to watch the Rockies—local TV breakdown
MLB is broadcasting Colorado Rockies games for fans in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, and New Mexico, as well as parts of Nebraska, South Dakota, and Idaho. That means you’ll need access to Rockies.TV, either via streaming or through a traditional TV plan.
Additionally, 10 games will air for free on KTVD 20, five of which will also air on KUSA/9News. You can watch these games via an over-the-air antenna if you’re a cord-cutter.
Fans outside Colorado’s market can watch the Rockies on MLB.TV or MLB EXTRA INNINGS, depending on whether you prefer streaming or a traditional provider.
| Channel | Starting price | Coverage | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockies.TV | $19.99/mo. | Most in-market games | DIRECTV, Spectrum, Xfinity, TDS, Fubo |
| MLB.TV | $29.99/mo. | Most out-of-market games | MLB and ESPN apps |
| MLB EXTRA INNINGS | $149.99/season | Most out-of-market games | Cable and satellite services |
Where to watch the Rockies—national TV breakdown
The Rockies will have a limited number of national TV broadcasts this season. And if you happened to see Amazon Prime Video on the schedule, don’t worry. That platform only handles regional broadcasts for the Yankees, not national games for the rest of the league.
When Colorado does play in the national spotlight, you can expect those exclusive games to primarily stream on Peacock Premium or appear on Apple TV. There’s also a chance a few matchups will pop up on traditional channels like FS1 or MLB Network, depending on how the schedule plays out after the All-Star Game.
| Network | Coverage | Available on |
|---|---|---|
| Apple TV | Friday Night Baseball exclusive games | Apple TV subscription ($12.99/mo.) |
| ESPN | Select regular-season games | Cable, satellite, live TV streaming services |
| FOX | Saturday MLB games, select primetime matchups, All-Star Game, World Series | Cable, satellite, live TV streaming services |
| FS1 | Saturday regular-season games, select postseason games (Division Series, League Championship Series) | Cable, satellite, live TV streaming services |
| MLB Network | Regular-season national games, simulcasts, showcase matchups | Cable, satellite, select live TV streaming services |
| NBC | Select Sunday MLB games | Cable, satellite, live TV streaming services |
| Netflix | Exclusive events (Home Run Derby, MLB at Field of Dreams) | Netflix subscription ($9.99–$26.99/mo.) |
| Peacock | Exclusive Sunday MLB games | Peacock Premium subscription ($10.99–$16.99/mo.), NBCSN (simulcasts) |
| TBS | Regular-season Tuesday night games, select postseason games (Division Series, League Championship Series) | Cable, satellite, live TV streaming services |
Best TV plans for watching the Colorado Rockies
With the low expectations surrounding the Rockies in 2026, you may only need one TV plan to watch almost all their games. The standalone Rockies.TV platform will have in-market fans covered, while MLB.TV is available for the out-of-market Rockies faithful.
That said, if you’re looking for the most robust in-market and national MLB coverage across the board, DIRECTV remains our top overall option. No matter which main service you choose, if you’re trying to watch all 162 regular-season games, you’ll still need to supplement your setup with Peacock Premium and Apple TV. I break down my recommendations further in the table below.
Best Overall
DIRECTV has a dedicated Rockies network (ch. 683), plus every national channel where many other MLB games will air all season long.
Exclusive Games
Apple TV has weekly Friday Night Baseball doubleheaders. It’s possible some Rockies games stream here this season.
Exclusive Games
At least one Rockies game will stream exclusively on this platform. But many MLB teams play games on Peacock, and any game on NBC will also stream here.
Out-of-Market Coverage
Fans outside the Rockies’ broadcast market can use MLB.TV to watch games live or on demand.
Watch the Rockies with a free trial
If you want to test the waters before committing to a monthly subscription, taking advantage of a live TV free trial is a great way to do so. I’ve rounded up a few of the best free trial options in the table below so you can catch a few games without paying.
Also, the standalone Rockies.TV platform offers a seven-day free trial specifically for in-market fans to try the service risk-free.
| Packages | Price | ESPN | FOX | FS1 | NBC | TBS | MLB Network | RSNs* | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIRECTV | Five days free, then $89.99–$169.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM |
| Fubo | Five days free, then $14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | — | — | ✔ | ✔ | View Plans for FuboTV |
| YouTube TV | Varies, then $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | — | — | View Plans for YouTube TV |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
*Avail. of RSNs varies by zip code and pkg.
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How to watch the Colorado Rockies FAQ
What channel are the Rockies on?
You can watch the Colorado Rockies on Rockies.TV if you're an in-market fan. Also, 10 total games will air free on KTVD 20 and KUSA/9News. Fans outside the coverage area can use MLB.TV to watch games.
Can I stream Rockies games without cable?
Yes, Rockies.TV is available as a standalone streaming service for in-market fans. You can also get Rockies.TV as a channel via live TV streaming services such as DIRECTV and Fubo. Still, a few games will stream exclusively on Apple TV and Peacock Premium.
Why are Rockies games blacked out in my area?
If you live inside the team's local broadcast territory, live games will be blacked out on MLB.TV. Instead, in-market fans need a subscription to the standalone Rockies.TV platform to stream the team without local blackout restrictions.
Can I watch the Colorado Rockies for free?
Yes, local fans can use an over-the-air antenna to catch 10 free games broadcast on KTVD 20 and KUSA/9News this season. For the rest of the schedule, your best option is to take advantage of the various free trials offered by Rockies.TV and live TV streaming services.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com junior sports writer, Alex Vejar, reviewed the broadcast details of the current Colorado Rockies schedule. He then researched which TV and streaming providers cover the most Rockies games. Using that information, he made provider recommendations that he feels are best for in-market and out-of-market Rockies fans.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our review methods.
