ESPN to Broadcast Extensive MLB Spring Training Coverage in 2026
As Major League Baseball spring training camps are underway, ESPN is set to deliver comprehensive coverage across its networks and digital platforms throughout March 2026. The schedule includes national broadcasts on ESPN, games available through the ESPN App with an ESPN Unlimited plan, and over 250 out-of-market games accessible via MLB.TV on ESPN platforms.
2026 Spring Training Schedule on ESPN
Here’s a look at the key dates and matchups scheduled for broadcast on ESPN:
- Monday, March 2, 2026, 1:00 PM ET: Atlanta Braves at Detroit Tigers
- Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 3:00 PM ET: Team USA (tuneup ahead of the World Baseball Classic) at San Francisco Giants
- Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 1:00 PM ET: Latest York Yankees at Boston Red Sox
- Thursday, March 5, 2026, 3:00 PM ET: Los Angeles Dodgers at Cincinnati Reds
- March 19, 2026, 1:00 PM ET: Baltimore Orioles at New York Yankees (ESPN Unlimited)
- March 20, 2026, 1:00 PM ET: St. Louis Cardinals at New York Mets (ESPN Unlimited)
- March 21, 2026, 1:00 PM ET: New York Yankees vs. Detroit Tigers (ESPN Unlimited)
- March 22, 2026, 3:00 PM ET: Milwaukee Brewers at Chicago Cubs (ESPN Unlimited)
- March 23, 2026, 9:00 PM ET: Los Angeles Angels at Los Angeles Dodgers (ESPN Unlimited)
- March 24, 2026, 1:00 PM ET: Boston Red Sox at Minnesota Twins (ESPN Unlimited)
How to Watch Spring Training on ESPN
Fans have multiple options to follow the action:
- MLB Streaming Hub: All games will be available within the MLB streaming hub.
- MLB.TV via ESPN App: Fans can purchase MLB.TV directly through the ESPN App. Learn more about ESPN being the new home of MLB.TV.
Additional MLB Coverage on ESPN
For comprehensive stats, scores, standings, and more, visit the ESPN MLB hub page.
The Atlanta Braves are likewise launching their own network, BravesVision, beginning in the 2026 season, overseeing the production, sales, marketing, and distribution of over 140 games. BravesVision will be available on MLB’s streaming platform, and a select number of games will be available without charge on Gray Media’s network of TV stations.