How to Watch MLB Games This Week (May 19-25): TV Schedule, Streaming Info & More

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There's no shortage of baseball games this week, with plenty of must-see matchups that could shake up the standings. Several series are set to impact the AL Central, including a rematch of last year's ALDS between the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians. The Tigers will also face the St. Louis Cardinals in an interleague showdown between two teams playing their best baseball of the season.

Later in the week, the Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros renew their heated AL West rivalry, while the Los Angeles Dodgers head to the Big Apple for a high-profile series against the New York Mets. With stars like Shohei Ohtani and Francisco Lindor leading the way, this is one of the most anticipated MLB games this week. 

If you're wondering how to watch MLB games live, we've got you covered. Whether you're tuning into Tigers games this week, following the Mariners vs. Astros series, or catching Dodgers games this week, there's no shortage of action. From primetime matchups to intense rivalry games, this week's MLB TV schedule has something for every baseball fan. See below and learn where to watch MLB games.

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Where to Watch This Week's Top MLB Matchups

Learning how to stream MLB games live just got a whole lot easier. The Detroit Tigers and St. Louis Cardinals face off on Monday, May 19, for the first of a three-game series. The Tigers enter the week with the best record in the American League, while the Cardinals recently enjoyed a nine-game winning streak. The series opener airs at 7:45 p.m. ET on FanDuel Sports Network Detroit and FanDuel Sports Network Midwest.

The Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros begin their second series of the season on Thursday, May 22, at 8:10 p.m. ET on Root Sports Northwest and Space City Home Network. The Mariners won the first series between these division rivals, taking two of three games from the Astros in early April. Seattle's offense has been led by Cal Raleigh, who currently has the most home runs of any catcher in baseball.

Also beginning on Thursday, May 22, is a four-game series between the Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers. Last year, the Guardians won the AL Central and beat the Tigers in the ALDS. The opener of this series can be seen at 6:40 p.m. ET on CLEGuardians.TV, FanDuel Sports Network Detroit, and MLB Network.

The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the New York Mets on Friday, May 23, for a rematch of last year's National League Championship Series. This star-studded series features some of the biggest names in baseball, including reigning NL MVP Shohei Ohtani and MVP runner-up Francisco Lindor. All three games of this series will be nationally televised: the series opener airs on Apple TV+ at 7:10 p.m. ET, while the second game (Saturday, May 24) will air on FOX at 7:15 p.m. ET and the series finale (Sunday, May 25) will be broadcast on ESPN at 7:10 p.m. ET. 

Can You Watch MLB Games for Free?

Want to catch MLB baseball games without paying upfront? Several major streaming platforms offer free trial periods for new users. Services like Fubo, Apple TV+, and MLB.TV via Prime Video provide seven-day trials, while Hulu + Live TV offers three days, and DIRECTV STREAM gives you five. These trial periods are a great way to explore your options and find the best way to stream baseball games before committing to a subscription.

How to Watch MLB Games on MLB.TV

MLB.TV via Prime Video gives baseball fans access to out-of-market games from all 30 teams. You can choose a monthly subscription for $29.99 or go all-in with an annual plan for $149.99.

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How to Watch MLB Games on Apple TV+

Apple TV+ is the home of weekly Friday Night Baseball broadcasts. A subscription to Apple TV+ costs just $9.99/month and also includes movies and acclaimed shows like Severance. This service also comes with a seven-day free trial for new users.

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Viewing Schedule for May 19-25

Monday, May 19

Detroit Tigers @ St. Louis Cardinals
Time: 7:45 p.m. ET
Network: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit (Stream with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo), FanDuel Sports Network Midwest (Stream with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo)

Thursday, May 22

Cleveland Guardians @ Detroit Tigers
Time: 6:40 p.m. ET
Network: CLEGuardians.TV, FanDuel Sports Network Detroit (Stream with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo), MLB Network (Stream with Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo)

Seattle Mariners @ Houston Astros
Time: 8:10 p.m. ET
Network: Root Sports Network (Stream with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo), Space City Home Network (Stream with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo)

Friday, May 23

Los Angeles Dodgers @ New York Mets
Time: 7:10 p.m. ET
Network: Apple TV+

Saturday, May 24

Los Angeles Dodgers @ New York Mets
Time: 7:15 p.m. ET
Network: FOX (Stream with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV)

Sunday, May 25

Los Angeles Dodgers @ New York Mets
Time: 7:10 p.m. ET
Network: ESPN Sunday Night Baseball (Stream with DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV)

How to Watch MLB Games This Week (May 19-25) from anywhere with a VPN

Whether you're on the road, living out of market, or stuck in a region with blackout restrictions, a VPN can be your secret weapon for catching all the action when it comes to MLB games. By changing your virtual location, a VPN lets you stream live games as if you're watching from anywhere in the country — even if you're not.

Popular services like ExpressVPN (from $8.32/month) are known for fast, reliable connections and a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, Private Internet Access starts at just $2/month. NordVPN is another great pick — and it's currently up to 76% off. No matter which team you're rooting for, a VPN helps make sure you don't miss a single pitch, no matter where you're watching from.

FAQ

Does YouTube TV have MLB Network?

Unfortunately, YouTube TV no longer carries MLB Network in their base package — their agreement ended in January 2023 and has not been renewed. However, MLB Network does come as part of a Hulu + Live TV subscription. It can also be accessed via a DIRECTV STREAM package like Choice or Ultimate.

Can I stream MLB games on Fubo?

Yes, Fubo is home to many regional sports networks like YES Network and MASN. Fubo also offers an MLB.TV add-on for $29.99/month.

Can I watch MLB Games while outside the U.S.?

Yes, you can stream MLB games while abroad by subscribing to a VPN. ExpressVPN and Private Internet Access are both highly affordable choices that include money-back guarantees for the first 30 days of use.

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