MLB 2023 Opening Day: All 30 Teams in Action
The highly anticipated Major League Baseball’s Opening Day for 2023 is scheduled for March 30th. This year is special as all thirty teams will play on the first day, which has never happened before in MLB history.
Which Teams Are Playing Today?
On Opening Day, baseball fans can enjoy multiple matches starting at different times. The first game will feature the Atlanta Braves challenging the Washington Nationals while simultaneously, the San Francisco Giants compete with the New York Yankees. Also, the Cleveland Guardians will take on the Seattle Mariners to end the day’s matches.
Here’s the schedule of all matches:
- Atlanta Braves at Washington Nationals: 1:05 p.m.
- San Francisco Giants at New York Yankees: 1:05 p.m.
- Baltimore Orioles at Boston Red Sox: 2:10 p.m.
- Milwaukee Brewers at Chicago Cubs: 2:20 p.m.
- Detroit Tigers at Tampa Bay Rays: 3:10 p.m.
- Philadelphia Phillies at Texas Rangers: 4:05 p.m.
- Pittsburgh Pirates at Cincinnati Reds: 4:10 p.m.
- Colorado Rockies at San Diego Padres: 4:10 p.m.
- Toronto Blue Jays at St. Louis Cardinals: 4:10 p.m.
- Minnesota Twins at Kansas City Royals: 4:10 p.m.
- New York Mets at Miami Marlins: 4:10 p.m.
- Chicago White Sox at Houston Astros: 7:08 p.m.
- Los Angeles Angels at Oakland Athletics: 10:07 p.m.
- Arizona Diamondbacks at Los Angeles Dodgers: 10:10 p.m.
- Cleveland Guardians at Seattle Mariners: 10:10 p.m.
How Can I Stream MLB Opening Day Games?
Watching your favorite teams play on MLB opening day is now easier and convenient. Here are some streaming services to use:
fuboTV
- Seven-day free trial
- $69.99 per month
fuboTV offers dedicated live sports services and 10 RSNs for regional sports networks. You can expect to pay an extra $8 per month if you want to add the MLB network to your package. It lets you stream your favorite MLB matches in 4K.
MLB.TV
- Seven-day free trial
- Starts at $24.99 per month
- Team and Season packages are also available
MLB.TV offers excellent packages at pocket-friendly prices. You can now save money if you only watch one team. Out of market games will be available for you to stream live or on-demand. However, you should expect a post-game delay of 90 minutes if you want to watch your home team (in-market) due to content blackouts.
Sling TV
- Three-day free trial
- Starts at $35 per month
Sling TV is excellent for cord-cutters, but you may find it confusing as an MLB fan. The packages start from $35 per month, which includes ESPN and TBS, with ABC via simulcast on ESPN3. If you want to add FS1 and local Fox channels, you’ll pay $50 a month for the Blue and Orange plans.
YouTube TV
- 14-day free trial
- $64.99 per month
YouTube TV is a top option for most baseball fans, providing five RSNs and all five national broadcast channels at its reasonable price of $64.99 per month.
DirecTV Stream
- Seven-day free trial
- $74.99 per month
DirecTV Stream lets you enjoy an unlimited DVR storage experience. However, it’s one of the most expensive options on our list. You’ll get ESPN, FOX, FS1, and TBS in the $70 per month Entertainment package. The Choice plan, which costs $90 per month offers the MLB Network, and any available RSN. Check your area’s channels eligibility on this page.
Hulu + Live TV
- Seven-day free trial
- $69.99 per month
Hulu + Live TV is an upgraded version of the standard Hulu subscription service package. It includes ESPN FOX, FS1, and TBS.
ESPN+
- No free trial
- $9.99 per month, $99.99 per year
ESPN+ has become one of the most expensive options on our streaming list. It shows one game during the MLB season per day in a premium package. However, home games, which are subject to blackouts, appear on MLB.TV and other networks.
Stream MLB’S Opening Day With Ease
Once you’ve selected the appropriate streaming service to watch MLB Opening Day, you will need a reliable streaming device to ensure a smooth experience.
