Get ready for some free Tigers baseball! While the Tigers are still finalizing their regular-season TV plans, they've got some exciting news for fans. Several spring training games will be available to watch for free, and here's how to catch them.
The Tigers' season opener against the New York Yankees on Saturday was a live-streamed event, accessible through tigers.com and MLB.com, utilizing the Yankees' YES Network telecast. To watch these games, fans simply need to sign up for a free account at MLB.com. This offer is extended to free Tigers fans residing in Michigan and its surrounding viewing area.
The Tigers have yet to unveil their complete spring training TV schedule, but they plan to utilize their crew for at least a few games this month and beyond. It's important to note that these spring training games won't be available on traditional cable, as the channel designated for regular-season games is still under development.
The Tigers have also made some exciting changes to their broadcasting strategy. They've announced their departure from FanDuel Sports Network, which is expected to cease operations at the end of the NBA and NHL seasons. Instead, they're transitioning to MLB Media's platform. For access to 2026 regular-season games, Tigers fans will need to subscribe to MLB.TV (price to be determined) or opt for an upgraded-tier subscription through their cable provider. An app for subscribers is also in the works, though its name and launch date remain undisclosed.
Additionally, the Tigers have revealed that 20 spring training games will be broadcast on the radio, commencing with Saturday's game against the Yankees on either 97.1-FM or 1270-AM. The remaining spring training radio games will be aired on various days throughout the month, providing fans with multiple opportunities to tune in and catch all the action.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Tigers gear up for the season! Don't miss out on the chance to catch some free baseball action during spring training.
