How to Watch Baltimore Orioles Live Online Without Cable

MLB Opening Day 2023 is just days away on March 30, and all 30 teams are playing! The Orioles will be playing the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park at 2:10 pm — watch it on Mid-Atlantic Sports Network 2 (MASN2) on DIRECTV STREAM (if you live in the Baltimore metro area) or MLB.TV (if you don’t).

Orioles fans don’t need cable to watch every game live. There are many options. But they depend upon exactly where you are. Read on to learn everything you need to know.

In a hurry? Fans far from Baltimore can watch most games by signing up for MLB.TV. Local fans need MASN, which is only available with the Choice Plan from DIRECTV STREAM for $99.99/mo. A 5-day free trial is now available for DIRECTV STREAM.

The Baltimore Orioles have been in existence since 1901 when they were known as the Milwaukee Brewers (the current Brewers didn’t come into existence until 1970).

Since 1992, they have played their home games at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The team’s current owner is Peter Angelos, who bought the franchise for $173 million in 1993.

Let’s take a look at some more information about this franchise as well as how you can follow the team on television without the need for a cable subscription.

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All About the Orioles

After spending a year in Milwaukee in 1901, the franchise moved to St Louis where they were known as the Browns. In 1953, the Browns were purchased by a group of investors who moved the team to Baltimore and gave them their current nickname.

During the franchise’s run in Baltimore, the Orioles have won three World Series titles, seven American League (AL) titles, and nine AL East division titles. Their last World Series and AL title wins both came in 1983 while the Orioles last won their division in 2014.

The Orioles have had many great players on their rosters throughout the past several decades. These include Brooks Robison, Mike “Moose” Mussina, and Cal Ripken Jr. All three men are enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY. Cal Ripken Jr is also known for playing in 2,632 consecutive games, which is a Major League Baseball (MLB) record.

In 2021, Baltimore entered the season with a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs according to Fangraphs. As many people expected, the Orioles finished last in the AL East with a 52-110 record. Although some complained that the team’s roster was comprised of players who were better suited to the minor leagues, there were some bright spots on the team.

In particular, Cedric Mullins established himself as a centerpiece of the team’s outfield with his defensive play. He also managed to finish the season with 30 home runs and a batting average of .291.

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Baltimore Orioles TV Channels

All MLB teams have their games spread out over regional, national, and (increasingly) streaming-only channels.

National Channels

Throughout the season, select MLB games will be showcased on a variety of national networks such as ESPN, ESPN2, TBS, Fox, and Fox Sports 1 (FS1). Many games will also be featured on MLB Network. These channels will also cover the playoffs.

MASN

The Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN) is a regional sports network (RSN). It is a joint venture between the Baltimore Orioles and the Washington Nationals. It is the best way to watch the Orioles since it airs most of their games.

Note, however, that you must live in the Orioles’ blackout region to get it. This includes Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, and parts of North Carolina and West Virginia.

In addition to baseball, it broadcasts Washington Nationals and Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) games as well as other compelling content. Because of times when two events occur at the same time, MASN provides the subchannel, MASN2.

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Watching the Orioles Without Cable

There are lots of ways to watch Orioles live. But it depends upon where you live.

Antenna

An antenna allows you to watch games that are broadcast over the air by the major networks such as ABC or Fox without the need to obtain a cable package. This is relatively limited — at least for the regular season. However, it is free.

To learn how to set up and use one, see our HD antenna guide.

Streaming

All the channels that show MLB games are allowed through live TV streaming services. And now some games are available only through streaming services.

Live TV Streaming Services

There is really only one service for big Orioles fans: DIRECTV STREAM (formerly AT&T TV). That’s because it is the only one that offers MASN. But if watching virtually every game isn’t essential to you, the other services offer much.

• DIRECTV STREAM: Signing up for the Choice plan provides you with access to MASN and most national networks that MLB games might appear on. It costs $99.99/mo and comes with unlimited DVR storage (as long as you sign up online) and simultaneous streaming on unlimited devices. (DIRECTV STREAM review)
• Hulu + Live TV: For $69.99/mo, you’ll be able to watch ESPN, FS1, and other major networks that carry MLB games live. It also includes ESPN+ and Disney+. The base plan comes with unlimited cloud DVR with 9 months of storage and streaming on up to two devices. (Hulu Live review)
• FuboTV: Starting at $74.99/mo, the Fubo Pro package comes with ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, and all the local network affiliates. You can get MLB Network with the Fubo Extra for $7.99/mo extra. The base plan comes with 1,000 hours of cloud DVR and streaming on up to 10 devices. (FuboTV review)
• Sling TV: To get all the national networks that broadcast MLB games, you’ll need to purchase both the Sling Orange & Blue package for $55.00/mo. The individual plans are $40.00/mo. You can easily integrate an antenna with this package. The plans all come with 50 hours of cloud DVR. Depending on the channel, you can stream on up to 3 devices at once. You can also check out Cedric Mullins playing for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic on Sling. (Sling TV review)
• Vidgo: For $69.99/mo, you’ll get the entire family of ESPN networks as well as Fox, FS1, FS2, and MLB Network. You can stream on up to 3 devices but there is no cloud DVR. (Vidgo review)
• YouTube TV: Starting at $64.99/mo, YouTube TV’s base package comes with ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, TBS, and MLB Network. It also has TBS as part of its base package and MLB.TV as an add-on option.

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Specialty Streaming Services

An increasing number of MLB games are only available via streaming. But the number is still relatively small.

• Apple TV+: Will stream MLB doubleheaders on Friday nights. In addition, subscribers get access to movies, shows, and other original content starting at $4.99 per month.
• ESPN+: You can stream dozens of MLB games throughout the season in addition to games from most major professional sports. This service is available on its own for $9.99/mo or for $13.99/mo as part of the Hulu bundle. (ESPN+ review)
• Peacock: NBC’s streaming service gives you full access to all of its content (including live sports) for $4.99 per month. A total of 18 MLB games will be shown on this service with most of the contests taking place on Sunday afternoons. (Peacock review)

MLB.TV

For $139.99 per year, you can watch live streams of most regular-season MLB games. Furthermore, you’ll get access to documentaries, classic games, and other exclusive content. You can also get the single-team package for $119.99.

The catch? You can only watch out-of-market games. So this is only an option for fans who live outside the Maryland area. And note, games against the teams near you will also be blacked out.

You can, however, watch all of these games if you don’t mind waiting 90 minutes after they end.

Streaming Devices to Watch Orioles Games

DIRECTV STREAM, MLB.TV, and the specialty services all support the following devices:

There are many other supported devices, but the vast majority of people will use one of those. For complete lists, see our service reviews.

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Wrapping Up

Although the Orioles are going through a bit of a rebuilding period right now, they still have a loyal fanbase that will stick with them no matter what. Local fans need to get DIRECTV STREAM. Those far away should consider MLB.TV.

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FAQs

What channel will the Orioles game be on?

Most games will air on MASN so if you have access to it, that is the first place you should look. If it isn’t airing there, it is most likely on one of the national TV channels (ESPN, Fox, FS1, MLB Network). But it could also be on no channel at all — streaming on Apple TV+ or Peacock.

How do I listen to the Orioles on the radio?

Live audio of Baltimore Orioles games is available through 98 Rock FM and WBAL NewsRadio AM/FM, which is also known as the Orioles Radio Network. You can listen to these stations on a traditional radio or over the internet by visiting the website of either broadcast provider.

Can I watch the Orioles for free?

If you have an antenna, you can watch games on Fox without the need to pay for a streaming or cable service. Furthermore, most streaming services that offer access to Orioles games offer free trials, which means that you may be able to watch a game or two without paying for it. MLB.TV also offers a free game of the day, which will sometimes feature the Orioles.

Is it possible to watch Orioles games on my phone?

You can watch games that air on MASN either with MASN app itself or the DIRECTV STREAM app. The other streaming services that broadcast games that Baltimore plays in also support at least Android and iOS devices. You should also be able to stream in a web browser, which all phones support.

What Is the 2023 Baltimore Orioles Schedule?

We don’t currently know of any games that will air anywhere except MASN. We will add notes when we get more information.

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