How to the Watch Miami Marlins
Marlins fans get a new TV channel for 2026
Fans who watch Miami Marlins baseball want an exciting experience. Typically, that means winning.
But the team has been winning less in the last couple of years. Part of that is because the Marlins play in the ultra-competitive National League East, where teams are expected to contend for a deep postseason run. The Marlins, though, have some upside and could be a compelling watch in 2026.
With MLB taking over the team’s broadcast production and distribution, watching Miami is easier than ever thanks to the brand-new Marlins.TV platform. In this guide, I’ll explain what that means for streaming and traditional TV viewers.
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Where to watch the Marlins—local TV breakdown
The Marlins are among the latest crop of MLB teams to partner directly with the league for their game broadcasts. That means in-market fans only need a standalone Marlins.TV subscription to stream games throughout Florida and parts of Alabama.
If you prefer a traditional linear setup, a dedicated in-market Marlins channel is still available through select cable and satellite TV providers. Additionally, 10 regular-season games will be simulcast free over the air on CBS Miami and WBFS CW 33 this season.
Living outside of the Marlins’ broadcast territory? You can still catch most regular-season games on MLB.TV (streaming) or MLB EXTRA INNINGS (cable or satellite).
| Channel | Starting price | Coverage | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlins.TV | $19.99/mo. | Most in-market games | DIRECTV, Xfinity, Spectrum, AT&T U-verse, Cox, Fubo, MLB.com, MLB app |
| 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 Marlins—national TV breakdown
Marlins fans will have a limited number of national TV broadcasts to watch in 2026. But when Miami does play in those games, you can find them mainly on FS1 and Peacock Premium. It’s also possible a game here or there will end up on Apple TV.
| 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 Miami Marlins
The MLB media landscape is wide-ranging, and no one service will get you every single game of every team. Luckily, there are a few essentials that will easily cover the Marlins.
For my money, a comprehensive package like DIRECTV is the best way to watch the Miami Marlins all season long. Pair that with Peacock Premium—which reclaimed the exclusive MLB Sunday Leadoff package this year—and you are looking at access to nearly all 162 games. The only caveat is the possibility of Apple TV sneaking in with an exclusive Friday night game later in the season.
Best Overall
DIRECTV offers a robust channel lineup that includes the dedicated linear Marlins network (ch. 655), as well as every national channel that shows MLB games—except the streamers, of course.
Exclusive Games
The platform features its Friday Night Baseball doubleheaders for the entire league. It’s possible some Marlins games stream there throughout the season.
Exclusive Games
Several Marlins games will stream exclusively on the platform in 2026. There are also plenty of other MLB games airing on NBC that will stream on Peacock.
Out-of-Market Coverage
If you live outside of Florida or parts of neighboring Alabama, use MLB.TV to stream out-of-market Marlins games live, or catch all of them on demand.
Watch the Marlins with a free trial
If you want to test the waters before committing to a monthly streaming subscription, taking advantage of live TV free trials is a fantastic strategy. Plus, the Marlins.TV platform offers a seven-day free trial specifically for in-market fans to try out the service risk-free.
I’ve rounded up a few of the best free trial options in the table below so you can catch a few games without drowning your wallet in Biscayne Bay.
| 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 Miami Marlins FAQ
What channel are the Marlins on?
You can watch in-market Miami Marlins games with Marlins.TV, which is available on cable and streaming. As for national TV games, they will mainly air on FS1 and Peacock Premium. Also, 10 games will air free on CBS Miami and WBFS CW 33.
Can I stream Marlins games without cable?
Yes, Marlins.TV is available as a standalone streaming service. Plus, there will be many Marlins games streaming exclusively on Peacock Premium, while games on FS1 can be streamed with FOX One. You can also use live TV streaming services like DIRECTV and Fubo to get comprehensive coverage.
Why are Marlins games blacked out in my area?
If you're using MLB.TV to watch the Marlins as a resident of Florida or parts of Alabama, games will be blacked out. Instead, you must use Marlins.TV to stream in-market games.
Can I watch the Miami Marlins for free?
Yes, local Marlins fans can watch 10 games with an over-the-air antenna on CBS Miami and WBFS CW 33. You can also use free trials for Marlins.TV or some live TV streaming services, but those trials last a maximum of seven days.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com junior sports writer, Alex Vejar, reviewed the broadcast details of the current Miami Marlins season. He then researched which TV and streaming providers offer the most channels to watch Marlins games. Using that information, he made viewing recommendations to help Marlins fans catch every pitch on TV.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our review methods.
