Mike Smith
This year’s MLB Opening Day 2026 brings a full lineup of major matchups across multiple platforms, with games spread throughout the week and weekend.
How to watch MLB Opening Day outside the US on Peacock
Follow these steps:
- Subscribe to NordVPN
- Install the VPN app on your device.
- Connect to a US-based server.
- Open Peacock website, then login or sign up for a new account.
- You are all set to watch MLB games!
MLB Opening Day 2026 Schedule
The 2026 MLB season begins on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 with a historic Opening Night, followed by a full Opening Day on Thursday and a packed weekend of national games.
- Wednesday: Opening Night on Netflix
- Thursday: Opening Day doubleheader on Peacock
- Friday: Friday Night Baseball on Apple TV
- Saturday: National broadcast on FOX
- Sunday: Exclusive stream on Peacock
Ways to Watch MLB Opening Day 2026
Here’s how you can watch MLB Opening Day 2026 live across Netflix, Peacock, Apple TV, and national TV:
- Netflix
Watch the Yankees vs. Giants Opening Night game on March 25, 2026 at 8:05 p.m. ET. The game streams exclusively on Netflix worldwide, with a pregame show starting at 7 p.m. ET. - Peacock
Stream the Opening Day doubleheader on March 26, 2026 featuring Pirates vs. Mets at 1:15 p.m. ET and Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers at 8:30 p.m. ET. Both games are available live with a Peacock subscription. - Apple TV
Watch Friday Night Baseball on March 27, 2026 with Angels vs. Astros at 8:15 p.m. ET and Guardians vs. Mariners at 9:45 p.m. ET. These games stream exclusively on Apple TV+. - FOX
Watch the Yankees vs. Giants on March 28, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. ET on FOX. The game is also available through live TV streaming services that carry FOX.
On What Devices Can You Watch MLB Opening Day?
You can stream MLB Opening Day across all major devices:
- Smart TVs
- iPhone and Android devices
- Tablets and iPads
- Laptops and web browsers
- Streaming devices like Roku, Fire TV, and Apple TV
- Gaming consoles including PlayStation and Xbox
Why MLB Opening Day 2026 Is a Big Deal
This season introduces a major shift in sports streaming. For the first time, Netflix is broadcasting a live MLB game, joining Peacock and Apple TV in expanding digital coverage.
What MLB Games Will Stream on Netflix in 2026?
Beyond Opening Night, Netflix will also stream:
- The Home Run Derby on July 13, 2026
- The Field of Dreams Game on August 13, 2026
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