The MLB Wild Card Series has finally arrived and ESPN will be the exclusive home of all of the live coverage. Eight teams have secured their spots and look to advance to the next round in their quest for a World Series banner.
Below are the 2023 MLB Wild Card matchups for the National League (NL) and American League (AL):
NL Wild Card
- No. 6 Arizona Diamondbacks vs. No. 3 Milwaukee Brewers (Winner plays the LA Dodgers)
- No. 5 Miami Marlins vs. No. 4 Philadelphia Phillies (Winner plays the Atlanta Braves)
AL Wild Card
- No. 5 Texas Rangers vs. No. 4 Tampa Rays (Winner plays the Baltimore Orioles)
- No. 6 Toronto Blue Jays vs. No. 3 Minnesota Twins (Winner plays the Houston Astros)
ESPN’s family of networks will be the home of all of the action on the diamond during the 2023 MLB Wild Card Series and cord cutters can find out how to watch each game without cable, below.
2023 MLB Wild Card Schedule
*All series are best-of-three
Tuesday, October 3 (Game 1)
- Rangers vs. Rays: 3 PM ET, ABC
- Blue Jays vs. Twins: 4:30 PM ET, ESPN
- Diamondbacks vs. Brewers: 7 PM ET, ESPN2
- Marlins vs. Phillies: 8 PM ET, ESPN
Wednesday, October 4 (Game 2)
- Rangers vs. Rays: 3 PM ET, ABC
- Blue Jays vs. Twins: 4:30 PM ET, ESPN
- Diamondbacks vs. Brewers: 7 PM ET, ESPN2
- Marlins vs. Phillies: 8 PM ET, ESPN
Thursday, October 5 (Game 3 if necessary)
- Rangers vs. Rays: 3 PM ET, ABC
- Blue Jays vs. Twins: 4:30 PM ET, ESPN
- Diamondbacks vs. Brewers: 7 PM ET, ESPN2
- Marlins vs. Phillies: 8 PM ET, ESPN
How to Watch the 2023 MLB Wild Card Series Live Without Cable
ESPN and the MLB have teamed up for the 2023 Wild Card Series. ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC will stream games during each series, and cord cutters can watch live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or any other compatible device with a live TV streaming service. All three networks can be found on DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, Vidgo, and YouTube TV.
Below, you can learn more about each streaming service to see which fits your budget and needs.
Stream the 2023 Wild Card Series With DIRECTV STREAM
Boasting a lineup of over 75 channels, the Entertainment plan from DIRECTV STREAM includes ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2, along with other popular sports channels like Fox, NBC, CBS, NBC, and FS1 for only $74.99 per month. Don’t miss a second of the 2023 MLB Wild Card Series by subscribing to DIRECTV STREAM.
Record your favorite movies, shows, and the biggest plays of the playoffs with unlimited DVR. Everyone can watch simultaneously with unlimited devices on their home network and up to 3 devices on the go with every plan.
New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing.
Stream the 2023 MLB Wild Card Series With Sling TV
As for those who need something that’s more affordable than other streaming services, Sling TV makes the most sense. The service offers plans for as low as $40 per month, which makes it almost twice as affordable as the other streaming options but the choice of channels is slightly more limited.
The Sling Orange plan gives you access to 30+ channels, including ESPN and ESPN2. And the Sling Blue plan comes with 40+ channels, including ABC, in select markets. To get the best of both, you need the $55 per month. Sling Orange & Blue plan.
Each Sling plan offers 50 hours of DVR, Sling Blue allows you to stream on up to 3 channels simultaneously, while Sling Orange allows a single stream, however, Sling Orange & Blue gives you access to up to 4 simultaneous streams.
Stream 2023 MLB Wild Card Games Live With Fubo
Known as a sports-oriented streaming service, you can find the MLB Wild Card games on all of the ESPN family of networks on Fubo. The Pro plan starts at $74.99 per month and includes ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 in a lineup of over 150 channels and 100+ live sporting events.
Each Fubo plan includes on-demand shows and movies, the ability to record up to 1000 hours with cloud DVR, and youcan stream on 10 screens simultaneously.
New subscribers can try Fubo for free for 7 days.
Stream 2023 MLB Wild Card Games With Hulu + Live TV
As a Disney-owned streaming service, Hulu + Live TV is the perfect place to watch all of your ESPN content. With a lineup of 85+ channels, including ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2, and you can stream live MLB Wild Card games and much more for only $69.99 per month. In addition to live channels, thousands of hours of on-demand content is available to stream on Disney+ and Hulu’s library. Plus, don’t miss any ESPN+ exclusive games or sports as it is also included in the membership.
Rewatch your favorite movies and shows for up to 9 months with unlimited cloud DVR, and watch on up to 2 screens simultaneously.
Stream 2023 MLB Wild Card Games Live With Vidgo
The Plus plan from Vidgo offers a lineup of 110+ live channels, including live MLB Wild Card Games games on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2. You also get on-demand content and DVR to record for only $69.99 per month.
Stream 2023 MLB Wild Card Games Live With YouTube TV
A robust lineup of over 100 live channels, featuring ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC for only $72.99 per month, YouTube TV is a favorite of MLB fans. Plus, you can record with unlimited DVR and save your content for up to 9 months.
Other Ways to Stream 2023 MLB Wild Card Games Live
The ESPN App will stream each Wild Card Series game and you can watch live with sign-in authentication. ESPN Deportes will also carry the Spanish-language broadcast.