MLB TV Down: How to watch Opening Day Without MLB's Go-To Streaming Service?

MLB TV is indeed experiencing some issues, and many users have reported outages and difficulties in the broadcast of opening day, which is seen as the most important day for the MLB in the entire year. The exact cause of the problem is unclear, but it's likely due to a network error or high traffic volume.

How to watch the opening day with MLB TV down?

Local Options

If you live locally, you can watch the game on local cable or head to a sports bar or restaurant that shows MLB games. Many bars and restaurants have streaming packages that allow them to show multiple games at once.

Streaming Services

If you can't leave your house or prefer to stay home, you can sign up for a free trial or subscription with streaming services like:

- Fubo: Offers local broadcasts and MLB games
- Hulu: Carries local channels and MLB games
- Sling: Provides access to local channels and MLB games
- YouTube TV: Offers local channels and MLB games
- Prime Video: Allows you to add MLB.TV to your subscription

These services often have free trials or affordable subscriptions, making them a great alternative to MLB TV.