From Oracle Park and beyond, here’s how to watch every San Francisco Giants game on TV.
How To Watch the San Francisco Giants
The Giants look to end a four-year playoff drought
It’s been four years since the San Francisco Giants made the postseason, with their last appearance anchored by a dominant 2021. For a fanbase used to “Even Year Magic,” that is a long time to watch the Giants and feel disappointment come October.
But after an 81-win campaign last year, the Giants are currently at a major turning point for the franchise. With new manager Tony Vitello at the helm and a revamped infield featuring Willy Adames and Rafael Devers, there’s a renewed sense of urgency to finally make some noise in the postseason once again.
Fans will want to keep up with the Giants using NBC Sports Bay Area—when they can’t make it to Oracle Park in person, of course. I made this guide for those who love the Giants and could use a one-stop shop for all the information on never missing a game on TV.
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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 Giants—local TV breakdown
If you’re a big fan of the San Francisco Giants, you needn’t look any further than getting your eyes on NBC Sports Bay Area. The channel is crucial for those living in areas such as San Francisco, Northern and Central California, and parts of Oregon and Nevada. Fans who prefer streaming games can subscribe to Giants.TV.
If you live anywhere outside those areas, you’ll need an out-of-market TV service to watch most of those NBC Sports Bay Area broadcasts. MLB.TV is the dedicated out-of-market streaming option, while MLB EXTRA INNINGS is an available add-on for cable and satellite customers.
| Channel | Starting price | Coverage | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBC Sports Bay Area | — | Most in-market games | DIRECTV, DISH, Xfinity, Peacock Premium |
| Giants.TV | $19.99/mo. | Most in-market games | 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 Giants—national TV breakdown
| 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 San Francisco Giants
When it comes to watching the San Francisco Giants, the best TV plan depends on your budget and location. In-market coverage via NBC Sports Bay Area is widely available through most cable, satellite, and live TV streaming services. Even Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV offer the channel despite not always having regional sports networks.
In my experience, DIRECTV delivers the most comprehensive local and national MLB coverage. It has NBC Sports Bay Area as well as national MLB channels like FOX, NBC, FS1, and MLB Network. But of course, you’ll want to supplement your subscription with Apple TV and Peacock Premium for broader coverage.
Pro tip: You can add NBC Sports Bay Area to Peacock for a small fee, bundling local Giants coverage with the service’s national streaming exclusives.
Best Overall
DIRECTV covers many regional sports networks across the country, including NBC Sports Bay Area (ch. 696). In-market fans with the CHOICE™ package or above will get most Giants, plus several national MLB games.
Exclusive Games
The Giants will have a few games on Apple TV this season as part of the streamer’s weekly Friday Night Baseball broadcast.
Exclusive Games
Any game that airs on NBC will also stream on Peacock Premium, which also streams many exclusive MLB games throughout the season.
Out-of-Market Coverage
If you don’t live in the San Francisco area or in the team’s wider broadcast territory, MLB.TV will get you access to most NBC Sports Bay Area games.
Watch the Giants with a free trial
If you want to test a few games on a service before committing to a full season, you can try a free trial from a live TV streaming service or the standalone Giants.TV app. In-market fans can sign up for a seven-day free trial of Giants.TV to catch a week’s worth of local broadcasts.
Alternatively, if you’re looking for a more robust channel lineup that includes national networks, DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial of its streaming service. This allows you to catch Giants games along with a massive library of other sports and entertainment content at no initial cost.
| 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 San Francisco Giants FAQ
What channel are the Giants on?
In-market fans can watch the San Francisco Giants mainly on NBC Sports Bay Area. For national games, the Giants will air on FOX, FS1, NBC, Netflix, Apple TV, and Peacock Premium.
Can I stream Giants games without cable?
Yes, Giants.TV is available as a standalone streaming service. NBC Sports Bay Area is available as an add-on with Peacock. There are several games streaming exclusively on Peacock Premium and Apple TV. And, you can stream out-of-market games with MLB.TV.
Why are Giants games blacked out in my area?
If you're watching the Giants on MLB.TV from anywhere inside the team's broadcast territory, you won't have access to those games. Instead, you'll need a service that includes NBC Sports Bay Area or a subscription to Giants.TV.
Can I watch the San Francisco Giants for free?
You can watch the Giants games airing on FOX and ABC for free with an over-the-air antenna. Aside from that, you'll need a combination of free trials from live TV streaming services, or Giants.TV. But those trials last a maximum of seven days.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com junior sports writer, Alex Vejar, researched the San Francisco Giants’ schedule and broadcast information. He used that information to create a comprehensive breakdown of what services are best for Giants fans. He also analyzed how the Giants are faring in 2026 under new management.
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