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Its officially baseball season: Heres how to watch every MLB game in 2025
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How to watch the 2025 MLB season at a glance:
BEST FOR OUT-OF-NETWORK GAMES
MLB.TV
7-day free trial, then $149.99 per year
(save $29.95)
MOST RSNS AND NATIONAL BROADCASTS
Fubo TV
5-day free trial, then $64.99 for your first month ($84.99/month thereafter)
(save $20)
BEST FOR FRIDAY NIGHT GAMES
Apple TV+
7-day free trial, then $9.99 per month
BEST FOR SUNDAY MORNING GAMES
BEST FOR TBS BROADCASTS
Max Ad-Free
$169.99 per year
(save $33)
BEST FOR EXCLUSIVE YANKEES FANS
Prime Video
$8.99 per month
America’s favorite pastime has returned for the 2025 MLB season, and with it returns the endless kerfuffle of figuring out which streaming services you need to keep up with your team. Watching sports has become particularly frustrating in recent years — particularly for cord-cutters just wanting to kick back and enjoy some baseball. If you can’t fathom missing a single inning, we’ve got your guide to watching the 2025 MLB season, including all of the best streaming deals.
Read on for our top picks and everything else you need to know to tune in.
When is the MLB season?
The 2025 Major League Baseball season officially kicked off on March 18, with the traditional Opening Day falling on March 27. Now in full swing, the regular season runs through late September, with each team playing 162 games.
What channels do I need to watch baseball?
MLB games in 2025 will air across ESPN, Fox, FS1, MLB Network, TBS, NBC, Apple TV+ (exclusive streaming games), Roku Channel, plus a variety of RSNs (regional sports networks). In other words, you’ll need a variety of channels if you want to catch every game. It’s not as straightforward as simply subscribing to a single streaming service or having cable. Let’s get into it.
What is an RSN?
While the NFL offers national broadcasts of most games with specific in-market choice games, the MLB, NBA, and NHL complicate things exponentially with regional sports networks (RSNs). These are basically sports-specific TV networks dedicated to a specific local market or geographic area. If you live in the same region as your favorite team, you’ll need to know which RSN broadcasts your team’s games. Examples include FanDuel Sports Network, Marquee Sports Network, Victory Plus, and MASN. Take a peak at the MLB schedule if you aren’t sure which RSN your team plays on. For a complete list of each team’s RSN, see the FAQs below.
In-market versus out-of-market games
If you really only care about your local team, you’ll be able to tune into most games through your team’s RSN since you’re considered in-market. Most RSNs offer direct subscriptions for you to watch online (with the exception of the Baltimore Orioles, Washington Nationals, Houston Astros, and Seattle Mariners) or subscriptions through MLB.TV. These vary in price from about $18 to $30 per month, or some offer annual or seasonal subscriptions as well. Of course, these subscriptions won’t include nationally broadcast games on ESPN, Fox, FS1, MLB Network, and TBS but will include the majority of the season. For the four teams that don’t offer direct subscriptions, you’ll need a pay-TV subscription (like Fubo or DirecTV Stream) that includes your team’s RSN (more on that below).
If you want to watch a team that’s out-of-market for your region (say you’re an Orioles fan living on the West Coast), you don’t necessarily need to know which RSN your team plays on. Instead, you’ll want to opt for MLB.TV instead. MLB.TV is Major League Baseball’s official streaming service. It shows almost every game of every team for the entire regular season, with the exception of your local in-market games. In other words, Orioles fans living in Baltimore won’t be able to watch Orioles games on MLB.TV. Orioles fans living outside the Baltimore region will. MLB.TV costs $29.99 per month — learn more below.
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In short, for in-market games, you’ll need an RSN subscription or a pay-TV subscription that offers your RSN. For out-of-market games, you’ll need MLB.TV.
Which streaming service has the most MLB games?
As stated before, subscribing to your team’s RSN is the best way to catch the most games throughout the regular season. However, there are also nationally broadcast games that your RSN won’t broadcast, plus a few games on Apple TV+, Roku Channel, and Prime Video. Watching sports in 2025 is so complicated, y’all.
Here’s a breakdown of which streaming service has what games, how much they cost, and the best deals available to save a few bucks.
Most out-of-market games: MLB.TV
Why we like it
MLB.TV All Teams package gives you access to every out-of-market game. If you live in a different region than your favorite team, this is your best bet to getting the most bang for your buck. It’ll run you either $29.99 per month or $149.99 for the entire season, which will save you about $29.95 or 17%. If you want to save a little more, you can opt for a single-team package for $129.99. Just scroll down to where it says “additional packages” to select your team. With any package you choose, you’ll also get a seven-day free trial to kick things off.
Most RSNs and national broadcasts: Fubo TV
Why we like it
If you’re looking to stream your home team’s games on not only their RSN but also national broadcasts, Fubo TV gives you the most comprehensive coverage. Be sure to double-check that your team’s RSN is listed in the Fubo channel list before committing (just search on the main page). Beyond the widest RSN coverage, it also gives you access to most of the main networks for national broadcasts — ESPN, Fox, FS1, MLB Network, NBC — with the exception of TBS. The Pro plan usually costs $84.99 per month, but you can get your first month for only $64.99 after a five-day trial.
Other live TV streaming options
While Fubo TV is the most comprehensive option for MLB coverage, there are also some honorable mentions worth noting:
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DirecTV Stream — Choice package includes RSNs and major broadcast channels for $109/month
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Sling TV — A la carte channel selection, starting at $26/month for your first month (no RSNs)
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YouTube TV — Base package includes major broadcast channels, free 21-day trial, then $59.99/month for two months (no RSNs)
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Hulu + Live TV — Base package includes major broadcast channels, 3-day free trial, then $82.99/month (no RSNs)
Best for Friday night games: Apple TV+
Why we like it
Once again, Apple has partnered up with the MLB to offer an exclusive doubleheader every Friday for Apple TV+ subscribers. The best part is there are no local broadcast restrictions. Subscribers can enjoy two marquee matchups as their Friday night ritual. If you’re new to Apple TV+, you’ll get a free seven-day trial, then it’ll cost you $9.99 per month. As a bonus, you’ll unlock the entire Apple TV+ catalog along with MLB games.
Best for Sunday morning games: The Roku Channel
For the second year in a row, the Roku Channel will stream 18 games on Sundays starting in mid-May. Called the MLB Sunday Leadoff, the free channel will stream one of the first games of the day on Sunday mornings. You can access the Roku Channel via Roku devices and TVs, the mobile app, streaming devices, and smart TVs for no cost.
Other streaming services you may need
While our picks above cover a good chunk of the MLB 2025 season, there are a few other things to note. Since Fubo TV, our top pick for a live TV streaming service, doesn’t give you access to TBS, you may also want to sign up for a Max subscription. Max shows TBS and TruTV broadcasts on Tuesday nights this season. You’ll need the ad-free standard plan to watch, which costs $16.99 per month or $169.99 per year.
Yankees fans, in particular, will also need Prime Video to stream 21 exclusive games this season (the first falling on April 2). Yes, that means even though you have the YES app or pay for a live TV streaming service with the YES network, these games won’t be viewable. Prime Video on its own costs $8.99 per month.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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Word
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Excel
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PowerPoint
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Outlook
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OneNote
The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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