Texas Rangers Fans Now Need These Top-Value Streaming Plans for All MLB Games

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The Rangers defeated the Houston Astros to move to the World Series where they will take on the Arizona Diamondbacks. Read on to learn everything!

In a hurry? Local Rangers fans can watch almost all games:

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The Texas Rangers, who represent the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, have had a storied history that has included World Series appearances and Nolan Ryan no-hitters. Although time has been tough for Rangers fans as of late, it was not that long ago that the club was a perennial playoff team.

If you are a diehard Rangers fan or simply want to see if this is the season that the team turns it around, you should consider subscribing to Fubo ($88.98/mo) or DIRECTV STREAM ($108.99/mo) or MLB.TV ($24.99/mo).

The former is your best option if you are in Bally Sports Southwest’s broadcast area while those who do not find themselves in the team’s blackout area should consider taking advantage of the latter choice.

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Rangers TV Channels

A considerable majority of Rangers games, most likely greater than 95%, are broadcast on Bally Sports Southwest. It is a regional sports network (RSN) that is available throughout much of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma as well as in portions of eastern New Mexico.

Bally Sports Southwest is also the home of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs as well as the NHL’s Dallas Stars. Availability depends on exactly where you are in the coverage area.

The vast majority of games are broadcasted by Bally Sports Southwest. Those that aren’t are distributed by national TV channels and (increasingly) streaming services.

Nationally televised Texas Rangers games normally appear on Fox, ESPN, TBS, Fox Sports 1 (FS1), and MLB Network. Other possibilities include ABC and NBC. Some games are streamed exclusively by Apple TV+ and Peacock Premium.

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Watching the Rangers

You can take advantage of a number of ways to watch the Rangers play without paying for cable or satellite.

Antenna

One of the most affordable ways to watch Rangers games is with an antenna. This works whenever Texas plays on network television, which includes any World Series games that the team is a part of.

You can learn all about the process in our HD antenna guide.

Streaming

However, gaining access to one or more streaming services is how to watch the Rangers play on a regular basis.

Fubo

Fubo (formerly FuboTV) gives you a 150+ channel base plan with all the RSNs in the greater Texas area. That includes both the Bally Sports and AT&T SportsNet channels. The cost is a total of $88.98/mo.

You also get a ton of sports channels including CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, FS2, and a couple dozen channels from beIN Sports and TUDN. You also get many “cable” channels and all the standard local network affiliates.

Finally, Fubo plans come with lots of features. These include 1,000 hours of cloud DVR storage. And the ability to live stream on up to 10 devices at a time. Check out our Fubo review for more information.

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DIRECTV STREAM

In order for those located in Bally Sports Southwest’s broadcast area to watch Texas play on a nearly everyday basis, you have the option to get the DIRECTV STREAM (formerly AT&T TV) Choice plan (or above) for $108.99/mo. By doing so, you will gain access to any regional sports networks that you are eligible to watch. You will also enjoy Rangers games shown on ESPN, TBS, FS1, MLB Network, Fox, ABC, and NBC.

DIRECTV STREAM comes with unlimited cloud DVR storage (online sign-up only) and streaming on unlimited devices at once. Get all the information in our DIRECTV STREAM review.

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Meanwhile, fans who are not eligible to get Bally Sports Southwest based on their location can still get DIRECTV STREAM. Or they could consider one of these other options for watching live Rangers games not shown on that regional sports network: Hulu + Live TV ($76.99/mo), Sling TV ($55.00/mo), Vidgo ($69.99/mo), and YouTube TV ($72.99/mo). Note that ESPN+ access comes with Hulu + Live TV.

Don’t miss Team USA at the World Baseball Classic all March for just $20 on Sling TV!

Specialty Streaming Services

Mark 2022 as the year when you could no longer watch every Rangers game with cable. That’s because of exclusive deals that MLB made with Apple TV+ and Peacock.

• Apple TV+ ($4.99/mo): Has garnered the rights to stream two MLB games every Friday, and the Rangers will periodically be a part of those exclusive streams. The team’s first appearance through this streaming service was set for April 22, 2022.
• Peacock Premium ($4.99/mo): Expected to have exclusive access to stream some Sunday Rangers games. (Peacock review)
• ESPN+ ($9.99/mo): Offers several MLB matchups throughout the season on its streaming platform. Note that blackout restrictions apply, so this option is best if you are an out-of-market Texas Rangers fan. (ESPN+ review)

MLB.TV

Are you located outside of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and eastern New Mexico but still a devoted Texas Rangers fan? If yes, then you may want to secure access to MLB.TV, which gives you access to all out-of-market MLB games.

It costs $24.99/mo or $139.99/yr and lets you stream all Bally Sports Southwest-broadcast games that do not involve any teams that are local to you. In other words, you can watch the majority of Rangers broadcasts, but if you are in LA, not ones against the Angels (see Bally Sports West) or Dodgers (see Spectrum SportsNet LA).

Streaming Devices to Watch Texas Rangers Games Live

Fubo, DIRECTV STREAM, and MLB.TV allow you to live stream Rangers games on the following devices:

DIRECTV STREAM also has its own device that you can purchase. Fubo and MLB.TV support various smart TVs and the Xbox One system.

All the other streaming services support most of the same devices. See our reviews for complete lists of devices.

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About the Rangers

The Rangers became the Lone Star State’s second major league team, having moved to Arlington from Washington in 1972. This was a decade after the Astros had played their first season in Houston.

However, Texas struggled through the next few decades, only making the playoffs three times between its founding and 2009, in 1996, 1998, and 1999. They lost to the New York Yankees at the first hurdle in each of those postseasons.

The 2010s were much better for the Rangers. That decade started with back-to-back American League pennants and resulted in five playoff appearances, those two years and in 2012, 2015, and 2016.

With that said, falling at the final stage, in the World Series, in 2010 and 2011 put a sour taste in the mouths of Rangers fans. This wasn’t helped by the other three playoff runs only lasted one round apiece.

In 2021, Texas finished with a 60-102 record, placing it in fifth place in the West Division. This was the third-worst record in the majors. It was also the club’s worst since its second season in Arlington. The 1973 Rangers recorded a 57-105 mark.

The Rangers have played in just three stadiums since moving to Texas: Arlington Stadium (1972-93), Globe Life Park (1994-2019), and Globe Life Field (2020-present). During its time in the nation’s capital, it played in Griffith Stadium (1961) and RFK Stadium (1962-71).

Texas Rangers 2023 Playoff Schedule

The Rangers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in two games in the Wild Card round and then the Orioles in three games in the Divisional round. Then they got past the Astros in 7 games. Now they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks in the World Series!

Wrapping Up

Those who want to watch the Texas Rangers play on a regular basis without paying for cable or satellite service generally have one specific option available. If you are in Texas, Oklahoma, eastern New Mexico, Arkansas, or Louisiana, Fubo ($88.98/mo) and DIRECTV STREAM (directv-price-choice:) offer you access to Bally Sports Southwest.

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FAQs

Where can I see the Rangers game tonight?

In what is expected to be greater than 95% of the time, you can watch tonight’s Rangers game on Bally Sports Southwest, which you can gain access to through Fubo ($88.98/mo) or DIRECTV STREAM ($108.99/mo) or MLB.TV ($24.99/mo). If it is not being shown on that channel, check your local ABC, NBC, and Fox affiliates as well as ESPN, TBS, FS1, and MLB Network. Also see if Apple TV+ or Peacock Premium is streaming it.

What radio stations broadcast Rangers games?

If you are looking to listen to today’s game and are in an area that is close to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, you can most likely get the broadcast on a local radio station. The Rangers Radio Network covers the vast majority of north Texas as well as down to San Antonio and in Alpine and El Paso. It also stretches into much of Oklahoma and nearby areas of Arkansas, Louisiana, Kansas, and New Mexico.

Is it possible to watch the Rangers for free?

Yes, you can watch the Rangers for free — with some caveats to consider. Those not in eastern New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, or Oklahoma can periodically stream Rangers games thanks to the MLB.TV Free Game of the Day. Otherwise, if you own an antenna, you can watch the team play for free when it is featured on network television.

Can I stream Rangers games on my phone?

Yes. If you subscribe to Fubo or DIRECTV STREAM in order to gain Bally Sports Southwest access, you can use their apps or Bally Sports apps to watch the Texas Rangers play. Meanwhile, out-of-market games can be watched through MLB.TV with the MLB app on mobile devices.

How can I watch other MLB teams?

We have guides for every team in the league:

What is the Rangers 2023 Schedule?

Here is the Rangers regular-season schedule with times in EDT. Most games will air on Bally Sports Southwest except as noted.

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