Sep 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) hits a home run against the Kansas City Royals in the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images | Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Opening Day in Philadelphia brings a familiar feeling—hope, excitement, and just a little anxiety.
As the Phillies begin another season with championship ambitions, fans are once again preparing for six months of emotional highs and lows. But before the first pitch is even thrown, there’s another challenge to navigate: figuring out how to actually watch the games.
In 2026, following the Phillies isn’t as simple as flipping on the TV.
Cable viewers still have the clearest path
For those living in the Philadelphia area with cable, the process is relatively straightforward.
Most games will air on NBC Sports Philadelphia, which remains the primary home for Phillies broadcasts. If you have access to that channel, you’ll be able to watch the majority of the season, including most home games and many road matchups.
There’s also flexibility built in.
The NBC Sports app and MyTeams app allow fans to stream games on mobile devices, making it easier to follow along even when you’re not at home. Pre-game and post-game coverage is also included, offering a deeper connection to the team beyond just the broadcast.
Cut the cord? You’ll still need access to the same channel
For fans without cable, things get more complicated—but not impossible.
Streaming services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV all offer NBC Sports Philadelphia as part of their packages. That means you can still access in-market games, but it comes at a cost that’s not far off from traditional cable.
Peacock adds another layer.
Owned by NBC, it carries select games—including exclusive Sunday matchups—along with additional MLB content. For dedicated fans, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to avoid adding yet another subscription.
Out-of-market fans rely on MLB.TV—again
If you’re outside the Philadelphia region, your options narrow quickly.
MLB.TV remains the primary solution, offering access to most out-of-market games throughout the season. It’s the best way to follow the team consistently if you’ve relocated—but it comes with familiar limitations.
Blackouts still apply.
Games broadcast nationally or involving local teams may be restricted, forcing fans to look elsewhere. And in 2026, MLB’s expanded partnerships mean you may also need access to ESPN+ to fully unlock certain matchups.
A growing list of platforms for national games
Even local fans won’t be able to rely on a single service.
The Phillies are scheduled to appear in multiple nationally televised games this season, spread across a range of platforms. NBC Sports Philadelphia will still carry many, but others will land on Peacock and additional partners.
One game, in particular, stands out.
The Phillies are set to take part in the Field of Dreams game in Iowa this August—a nationally featured event that will stream exclusively on Netflix. It’s a marquee moment, but also another example of how fragmented the viewing experience has become.
More access… but at a cost
In theory, there are more ways than ever to watch baseball.
In reality, that access is scattered across multiple subscriptions, apps, and platforms. Fans may need to juggle several services just to ensure they don’t miss key games over the course of the season.
The Phillies are chasing a championship.
But for fans trying to follow every pitch, the real challenge might be keeping up with where the games are being played—on the field and on the screen.
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