On March 25, 2026, DIRECTV announced a major expansion of its Major League Baseball (MLB) coverage, ensuring fans continue to have access to their favorite local teams despite the ongoing changes in regional sports networks (RSNs).
As the sports broadcasting landscape continues to evolve, DIRECTV has partnered directly with MLB to launch new team-specific channels, while continuing to offer one of the most complete sports lineups in the country.
DIRECTV delivers regional sports coverage across the United States
DIRECTV has introduced new MLB-operated channels for the following teams, ensuring uninterrupted local access:
With these additions, DIRECTV now provides local game access to 28 of the 29 U.S.-based MLB teams, making it one of the most complete platforms for baseball coverage.
Channel availability varies by location. To see exactly what local teams and channels are available in your area, enter your ZIP code here:
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| Team | Former Channel | New Channel | Sat Ch | Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Reds | FanDuel Sports Cincinnati | MLB Reds | 661-2 | 661 |
| Detroit Tigers | FanDuel Sports Detroit | Detroit SportsNet | 663-3 | 663 |
| Kansas City Royals | FanDuel Sports Midwest | MLB Royals | 671-5 | 671 |
| Tampa Bay Rays | FanDuel Sports Sun | MLB Rays | 652 | 652 |
| Miami Marlins | FanDuel Sports Florida | MLB Marlins | 655 | 655 |
| Milwaukee Brewers | FanDuel Sports Wisconsin | MLB Brewers | 670 | 670 |
| St. Louis Cardinals | FanDuel Sports Midwest | MLB Cardinals | 672 | 672 |
| Washington Nationals | MASN | MLB Nationals | 641 | 641 |
| Seattle Mariners | ROOT Sports NW | MLB Mariners | 687 | 687 |
A Regional Sports Network (RSN) is a channel dedicated to broadcasting local sports teams within a specific geographic area. These networks typically carry MLB, NBA, and NHL games for teams in your home region.
Due to recent industry changes, many RSNs have been rebranded or replaced. Despite this, DIRECTV continues to carry nearly every RSN available, along with new team-specific channels and expanded sports offerings.
Regional Sports Networks are not included in every DIRECTV package. Access to RSNs typically requires specific packages such as CHOICE™ or higher, or add-ons like MyHome Team.
If you are interested in adding RSN access or upgrading your package to include local sports coverage, please reach out to our team for assistance.
At EmpireTV, we focus on delivering reliable, high-quality entertainment solutions for healthcare facilities, senior living communities, and commercial environments.
With DIRECTV’s continued investment in sports coverage, including MLB and RSNs, our customers can count on consistent access to live games, local teams, and premium sports content without disruption.
If you need help finding your team, verifying your channels, or upgrading your system, we’ve got you covered.
Contact us at help@empiretv.co and our team will assist you right away.