How To Watch the Seattle Mariners
Mariners celebrate 50 years, and begin a new broadcast deal
The Seattle Mariners were just one game away from the World Series last year, making the 2026 season one of the most anticipated in the Pacific Northwest. As the team celebrates its 50th anniversary, two major questions loom. Can the Mariners defend their AL West title, and will they finally reach the World Series for the first time in franchise history?
You can follow every moment of this historic pursuit on the new Mariners.TV platform, alongside a heavy rotation of national broadcasters like FOX Sports and NBC Sports. In this guide, I outline all the best ways to watch the Mariners on TV and streaming all season long.
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DIRECTV has the most MLB games, including Spring Training, period.* Not only that, but this season you can catch the World Baseball Classic and tons of college ball streaming on your favorite devices. With so much live action on deck, it's time to get your game together by scouting DIRECTV's packages today.
*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 Mariners—local TV breakdown
The Mariners are one of many MLB teams that recently partnered with the league for local broadcasts. That means, in-market fans in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska can watch games on Mariners.TV, available through traditional TV providers or streaming services. The Mariners will also have at least 10 games on local station KING 5 this season.
For fans outside the Northwest territory, Mariners games are available via MLB.TV or MLB EXTRA INNINGS, depending on whether you prefer a streaming-first or traditional cable/satellite experience.
| Channel | Starting price | Coverage | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners.TV | $19.99/mo. | Most in-market games | DIRECTV, Fubo, Xfinity, Spectrum, 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 Mariners—national TV breakdown
Due to rising interest in the Mariners, fans will get the chance to watch plenty of games on national TV this season. These games are broadcast on major networks, including NBC, FOX, FS1, TBS, and MLB Network. You’ll also find streaming exclusives on Apple TV and Peacock Premium.
National broadcasts are available to fans across the country, regardless of where you live. However, sometimes games on these networks are aimed at out-of-market viewers, meaning your local Mariners.TV stream may still get in on the action. That’s especially true with MLB Network broadcasts.
| 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 Seattle Mariners
Even after the closure of ROOT SPORTS Northwest, Mariners games are still available through traditional cable and satellite TV providers. But if you prefer to ditch a robust TV plan altogether, you can sign up for a standalone Mariners.TV subscription. It removes blackout headaches and allows in-market fans to stream almost every regular-season game directly for $19.99 a month.
Still, my overall provider recommendation for die-hard Mariners fans is DIRECTV. It is the best choice if you want a dedicated channel for the team’s games, plus all the traditional networks you need for national broadcasts. After that, you should look into Apple TV and Peacock Premium because a healthy number of games will stream exclusively on those platforms.
Best Overall
DIRECTV has a dedicated TV network for the Mariners (ch. 687) and access to every national MLB channel that’s not a streaming service.
Exclusive Games
The service hosts weekly Friday Night Baseball doubleheaders. The Mariners will have a handful of games on Apple TV in 2026.
Exclusive Games
The Mariners have several Peacock exclusives this year. Plus, any game airing on NBC will also stream on Peacock.
Out-of-Market Coverage
Fans anywhere outside of Seattle’s broadcast territory will need MLB.TV to watch games live or on demand.
Watch the Mariners with a free trial
If you’re a fan who’s hesitating to pay full price for a service just to watch the Mariners, there are several free trial options to help you test the waters. Even Mariners.TV has a free trial. But most trials are limited to a maximum of seven days.
| 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 Seattle Mariners FAQ
What channel are the Mariners on?
You can watch in-market Mariners games on Mariners.TV. Additionally, 10 games will be broadcast over the air on KING 5 this year for free. Select national TV games will be on FOX, NBC, FS1, TBS, MLB Network, Apple TV, and Peacock Premium.
Can I stream Mariners games without cable?
Yes, there are several ways to stream Mariners games. DIRECTV and Fubo are available via the internet. There will be many games streaming on Apple TV and Peacock Premium. Any games on FOX channels can be streamed with FOX One. And, Mariners.TV is available as an in-market streaming service.
Why are Mariners games blacked out in my area?
Local fans need Mariners.TV, either via cable/satellite or streaming, to watch most regular-season games. But if you're trying to use MLB.TV for in-market games, you'll experience blackouts in the Pacific Northwest.
Can I watch the Seattle Mariners for free?
Yes, you can watch games for free on FOX and NBC with an over-the-air antenna. Apart from that, I recommend trying one of the many free trials of a live TV streaming service or Mariners.TV.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com junior sports writer, Alex Vejar, reviewed the details of the 2026 Seattle Mariners schedule. He then researched which TV and streaming providers offered the most channels to watch Mariners games. Using that information, he made a recommendation that he feels is best for Mariners fans.
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