How To Watch the Philadelphia Phillies
Can the Phillies be the next 100-win team?
Despite back-to-back losses in the National League Division Series, it’s honestly never been more exciting to watch the Philadelphia Phillies. Last year, they lost to the eventual World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. You can’t fault them for that.
As the Phillies try to get back to the NLCS, fans can watch them on NBC Sports Philadelphia or Phillies.TV while enjoying a cheesesteak from Dalessandro’s. Could 2026 be their year?
I created this watch guide for Phillies fans who don’t want to miss a pitch, at-bat, or 6-4-3 double play this season. Keep reading for a detailed look at the team’s channels and my recommendations on what TV plans you’ll need to tune in.
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Where to watch the Phillies—local TV breakdown
Your home for practically all things Phillies is NBC Sports Philadelphia, the team’s main regional sports network available to fans living in the Philadelphia metro area, Eastern Pennsylvania, or Southern and Central New Jersey. Those who prefer to stream Phillies games can do so on Phillies.TV.
If you don’t live in any of those in-market regions, that’s all right. You can still watch Phillies baseball on MLB EXTRA INNINGS if you have a cable or satellite provider, or MLB.TV if you’re a cord-cutter.
| Channel | Starting price | Coverage | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBC Sports Philadelphia | Varies | Most in-market games | Peacock Premium, Xfinity, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV |
| Phillies.TV | $169.99/season | Most in-market games | MLB.com and 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 Phillies—national TV breakdown
When the Phillies aren’t on their local station, they’ll be on plenty of national channels due to their prior success. For the most part, you can see these games on ESPN, FOX, FS1, NBC, and MLB Network.
The Phillies also have several games streaming exclusively on Peacock this season. But the most exciting matchup on the calendar is their Field of Dreams game streaming exclusively on Netflix this August.
| 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 ($7.99–$24.99/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 Philadelphia Phillies
When it comes to watching the Phillies, you’ll want a plan that offers the NBC Sports Philadelphia RSN. Luckily, several cable and streaming providers offer it, such as Xfinity and Peacock Premium.
I would normally recommend DIRECTV for most MLB teams, NBC Sports Philadelphia is actually one of the few RSNs it doesn’t have. So, for Phillies fans specifically, Hulu + Live TV wins this battle.
Otherwise, you’ll definitely need Apple TV for any games that end up there throughout the season, and Netflix for the Field of Dreams game.
Best Overall
Hulu + Live TV ($88.99–$99.99/mo.) is the most comprehensive choice for Phillies fans. It has all the core MLB national channels and includes NBC Sports Philadelphia for in-market viewing.
Exclusive Games
You’ll find some Phillies games on Apple TV ($12.99/mo.) throughout the season, as it’s the exclusive home of Friday Night Baseball.
Exclusive Games
Phillies fans can add NBC Sports Philadelphia to any Peacock Premium plan ($10.99–$16.99/mo.), giving them access to most in-market games plus any streaming exclusives.
Out-of-Market Coverage
MLB.TV ($29.99/mo.) is the most reliable streaming option for Phillies fans who don’t live in the team’s home broadcast market.
Watch the Phillies with a free trial
Phillies baseball ultimately requires fans to pay to watch most games. But you can definitely give a few live TV streaming services a spin via a free trial. Just remember that those trials may only get you a series because of their limited time.
| 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 Philadelphia Phillies FAQ
What channel are the Phillies on?
You can watch the Philadelphia Phillies on NBC Sports Philadelphia if you're an in-network fan. People who prefer streaming can subscribe directly to Phillies.TV. For national broadcasts, you'll find the Phillies on ESPN, FOX, FS1, NBC, MLB Network, Peacock, and Netflix in 2026.
Can I stream Phillies games without cable?
Phillies fans can stream games most easily with a Hulu + Live TV subscription for most local and national games. Additionally, you'll need Apple TV and Netflix to stream exclusive games on those platforms.
Why are Phillies games blacked out in my area?
If you're in the broadcast area of the Phillies, games will be blacked out on MLB.TV per MLB rules. Instead, you can get in-market access via NBC Sports Philadelphia or Phillies.TV.
Can I watch the Philadelphia Phillies for free?
If you love the Phillies but are strapped for cash, you can watch games airing on FOX and NBC with an over-the-air antenna. Otherwise, you can try a free trial of one—or several—live TV streaming services.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com junior sports writer, Alex Vejar, reviewed the details of the Philadelphia Phillies’ 2026 schedule. He then researched which TV and streaming providers offered the most channels to watch Phillies games. Using that information, he made a recommendation that he feels is best for Phillies fans.
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