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In a hurry? All the ALCS games will be on Fox and FS1. You can’t watch any of these games with a digital antenna. You need a streaming service. These are our top choices to watch the ALCS:

DIRECTV: Get a great channel lineup with the best selection of RSNs in the industry. A 5-day free trial is now available for DIRECTV.
Sling TV: This low-cost service allows you to select just the channel lineup you want. Save 50% on Sling TV now.
Hulu + Live TV: This total entertainment streaming service provides a great on-demand selection and all the essential live TV channels with a 3-day free trial.

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As most MLB fans are aware, the league is split into two main divisions. One of those divisions is the American League. The American League Championship Series (ALCS) determines which AL team will make it to the World Series.

If you’re a fan of any AL teams, this is a series that you won’t want to miss. It is the first 7-game series (following the 5-game Division series). The games air exclusively on Fox or FS1. So there is no reason why you can’t watch the ALCS without cable.

2023 American League Championship Series Schedule

Six AL teams made it into the playoffs:

Baltimore Orioles (AL East)
Houston Astros (AL West)
Minnesota Twins (AL Central)
Tampa Bay Rays (AL East)
Texas Rangers (AL West)
Toronto Blue Jays (AL East)

The American League Championship Series runs from Sunday, October 15th through Monday, October 23rd (if there are seven games).

Here’s the final schedule:

Date	Time (ET)	Game	TV
Sun Oct 15	8:15 pm	Rangers at Astros	Fox
Mon Oct 16	4:37 pm	Rangers at Astros	FS1
Wed Oct 18	8:03 pm	Astros at Rangers	FS1
Thu Oct 19	8:03 pm	Astros at Rangers	FS1
Fri Oct 20	7:07 pm	Astros at Rangers‡	FS1
Sun Oct 22	8:03 pm	Rangers at Astros‡	FS1
Mon Oct 23	8:03 pm	Rangers at Astros‡	Fox/FS1

‡ If necessary

Stream the ALCS Without Cable

Fox and FS1 are readily available on general streaming services. When it comes to sports streaming, three of the most popular options are DIRECTV, Hulu + Live, and Sling TV.

When you’re ready to watch TV, after you’ve signed up for your free trial, you’ll need to connect to your streaming device. Many options for streaming devices are available. You can use your smart TV, computer, mobile device, or gaming console.

DIRECTV Is the Complete MLB Choice

DIRECTV is almost certainly the way to go if you are a serious baseball fan. It offers by far the best selection of RSNs, the home channels for each MLB team. But it also allows you to watch all of the postseason games.

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The Entertainment package ($86.99/month) offers 75+ channels and everything to watch all the playoff games. The Choice plan ($114.99/month) provides this as well as virtually every regular season game and much more.

These plans also come with unlimited cloud DVR storage and simultaneous streaming devices. Our DIRECTV review has all the details.

Sling TV Is the Low-Cost MLB Choice

Sling TV offers an inexpensive service with some of the most popular cable channels. There are three options to choose from, but when it comes to the MLB playoffs, you can get all you need with the Sling Blue plan for $45.99/month. It includes 40+ channels including TBS, FS1, and Fox in select markets. And Sling has great options for customizing your channel lineup.

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Note that Sling TV offers Fox in select markets. See our local channel guide for full details.

Sling Blue offers 50 hours of cloud DVR storage as well as simultaneous streaming on up to 3 devices at once. Get all the details in our Sling TV review.

Stream ALCS With Hulu + Live TV

Hulu + Live TV ($82.99/month) is a great overall entertainment plan with strong support for sports. It has something for everyone. Over 85 channels are available including TBS, Fox, and FS1, which you will need to watch the NLCS and World Series. It also comes with ESPN+ and Disney+.

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You also get unlimited cloud DVR storage with Hulu + Live TV as well as simultaneous streaming on two devices. See our Hulu + Live TV review for more.

Other Ways to Watch the ALCS

Sadly, TBS is not as well supported by live TV streaming services as we might like. But you do have two other options:

Fubo: Watch over 150 channels for $79.99/month. It isn’t good for the NLCS this year because it does not offer TBS. (Fubo Review)
YouTube TV: Watch more than 85 channels for $82.99/month.

If you still have questions about how to watch the ALCS without cable, please let me know in the comments. You can find details about other ways to watch sports online without cable in many of our other guides, too.

Live Streaming Devices for the ALCS

The live TV streaming services we’ve discussed all provide support for the following devices:

Amazon Fire TV
Android mobile
Android TV smart TVs
Apple TV
Chromecast

iOS (iPhone, iPad)
Roku
Samsung smart TVs
Web browsers

There are other devices that have patchy support including Xbox and Playstation gaming systems.

Our Choice

If you’re like me and NEED to catch every ALCS game, DIRECTV is the way to go. It’s got TBS, FS1, and even MLB Network bundled in, so you won’t miss a swing. The picture quality is top-notch, never any buffering, and their DVR is a lifesaver if you can’t catch a game live. Plus, it works on all my devices, from the big screen in the living room to my phone when I’m on the go. Sure, it’s a bit pricier than some of the others, but for the die-hard baseball fan, it’s worth every penny. You get what you pay for, right? And with DIRECTV, you’re getting the best possible way to experience the ALCS.

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Frank was the Senior Content Editor at Hotdog.com and an expert in sports streaming, specializing in out-of-market games and regional sports networks.

A passionate cord-cutter and longtime subscriber to numerous streaming services, Frank has first-hand experience navigating the complexities of sports streaming.

With a PhD in Atmospheric Physics from the Oregon Graduate Institute and a professional background in early streaming technology, Frank combines deep technical insight with practical, real-world knowledge.

His mission at Hotdog.com was straightforward: help sports fans get hassle-free access to the games they love, at the best price, without frustration.