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How To Watch the 2026 Premier Lacrosse League Season

From the opening draw to the final team standing, I’ve researched how to watch the Premier Lacrosse League all season long!

The fastest sport on two feet is ready to continue entertaining the masses this summer! Fan favorites and future stars will take the field on May 8 as the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) begins its seventh season.

Just like in 2025, viewing options exist for national and international audiences. So if you want to follow all the action like I do, keep reading to find out where you can watch games throughout the regular season and postseason.

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What channel shows Premier Lacrosse League games?

All 46 PLL games during the 2026 season will be streamed exclusively on ESPN+. A select number of games will also be broadcast on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2. I’ll update this guide when it becomes clear which games will air on those national networks.

Are you an international fan?

“The PLL season will be available to watch in Canada (TSN), Latin America/Brazil (STAR+, Disney+), Caribbean (ESPN Play), and Australia/New Zealand/Pac Islands (ESPN App),” according to ESPN’s Press Room.

2026 Premier Lacrosse League TV schedule

The physicality, finesse, and speed of the Premier Lacrosse League regular season run from May 8 to August 16. A two-week break will follow before games return on August 29 with the start of the playoffs. In total, six teams will qualify for postseason play.

See the table below for important games to keep an eye out for during the season, along with where you can watch. You can also view the complete 2026 game schedule for the Premier Lacrosse League.

Event Start Date Channels
Opening Weekend Friday, May 8 ESPN+
All-Star Game Sunday, July 5 ESPN+
Quarterfinals Saturday, Aug. 29 ESPN+
Semifinals Monday, Sept. 7 ESPN+
Championship Sunday, Sept. 20 ESPN+

Data effective as of post date.

Best TV plans for watching the Premier Lacrosse League

You only need one platform to watch the Premier Lacrosse League’s games in 2026, and that is ESPN Unlimited, which includes all content on ESPN+, plus games on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2. As a lacrosse fan, I love the coverage it provides for the sport at different levels and how easy it is to find the exact content I am looking for.

You can find the PLL with just a few taps, a quick search, or by saving a bookmark to the league’s dedicated page on your devices. My personal favorite is the bookmark option!

ESPN Unlimited costs just $29.99 per month on its own. But if you have Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV, Fubo, Spectrum, Verizon FiOS, AT&T U-verse, Cox, or Xfinity, you can authenticate ESPN Unlimited with your login details through the ESPN app at no extra charge.

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ESPN Unlimited ($29.99/mo.)

ESPN Unlimited is a no-brainer for fans of the Premier Lacrosse League. Not only can you watch every single game live on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+, but you can also watch original documentaries, player roundtables, and more behind-the-scenes content.

No other platform has all of this in one place. As a fan, this amazing access to the league and its players is all I could ask for, and the price is great, too.

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How to watch the Premier Lacrosse League for free

Unfortunately, fans in the U.S. can’t watch most Premier Lacrosse League games for free in 2026. The exception is that any game on ABC can be accessed through an over-the-air antenna. You can also download the PLL app to view live updates and stats during games.

International fans who don’t have access to ESPN international coverage can watch each game for free through the PLL Network on the following streaming services:

*Account required.

How to watch Premier Lacrosse League FAQ

Can I watch all Premier Lacrosse League games on ESPN+?

Yes! ESPN Unlimited is the only subscription required to watch the PLL this season. The service includes all games on ESPN+, and any games on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2.

How many teams are in the Premier Lacrosse League?

There are eight teams in the PLL, split into two conferences.

Eastern Conference

  • Boston Cannons
  • Maryland Whipsnakes
  • New York Atlas
  • Philadelphia Waterdogs
Western Conference
  • California Redwoods
  • Carolina Chaos
  • Denver Outlaws
  • Utah Archers

Why you should trust us

Our CableTV.com freelance writer, David Vick, meticulously researched the viewing options fans have for the 2026 Premier Lacrosse League season. Through his detail-oriented approach and repeated fact-checking of the information included, he confidently produced this guide for you.

Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.

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