What MLB content is available on Peacock right now

Peacock streams select MLB games, but not the full season or every team. The games Peacock carries are typically Sunday afternoon matchups and occasional weekday games, usually featuring teams in larger markets. You will not find every game your favorite team plays, and you will not find the playoffs or World Series on Peacock.

The exact games available change week to week based on NBC's broadcast schedule. Peacock does not publish a full season schedule in advance the way cable networks do, so you need to check what is coming up in the app itself or on MLB.com's schedule page, which shows which network is broadcasting each game.

Peacock also carries MLB Tonight, a nightly show with highlights, analysis, and scores, which is available to all Peacock subscribers at no extra cost.

Key Takeaways

  • Peacock streams select Sunday afternoon MLB games and occasional weekday games, but not every game or every team throughout the season.
  • You can find which games Peacock is broadcasting by checking the MLB.com schedule or searching within the Peacock app itself.
  • Playoff games, the World Series, and most regular-season games air on cable networks or ESPN, not on Peacock.
  • A Peacock subscription (free or Premium) is required to watch; the specific tier needed depends on the game and changes seasonally.

How to find MLB games on Peacock

Open the Peacock app or website and look for the Sports section. From there, you can browse upcoming MLB games. Peacock also lets you search by team name if you want to see what games involving your team are coming up.

The faster method is to go to MLB.com, find the game you want to watch, and look at the broadcast information. If it says "Peacock," click through to the Peacock app or website. This tells you when ready whether the game is available and which Peacock tier you need.

Which Peacock subscription tier you need

Some MLB games on Peacock are included with the free Peacock tier, while others require a Peacock Premium subscription. The tier requirement varies by game and is not announced far in advance. When you navigate to a specific game on Peacock, the app will tell you whether you can watch it with your current subscription level.

If you have a cable or streaming TV package that includes NBC, you may also be able to watch through the NBC app or website using your cable login, even if the game is marked as Peacock-exclusive on MLB.com.

Games you cannot watch on Peacock

Most regular-season games air on ESPN, Fox, MLB.TV, or regional sports networks owned by your local cable provider. Peacock carries only a small fraction of the season. If you want to watch every game your team plays, you will need MLB.TV (the league's own streaming service) or a cable subscription with your regional sports network.

Playoff games, the All-Star Game, and the World Series are broadcast on Fox, ESPN, or TBS, not on Peacock. These are the highest-profile games of the year, and they are reserved for the major broadcast networks.

How to watch if you do not have Peacock Premium

Check whether the specific game you want is available on the free Peacock tier by searching for it in the app. If it is, you can watch at no cost. If it requires Premium and you do not have a subscription, you have a few options: sign up for a Peacock Premium trial (which typically lasts a week), check whether the game is also being broadcast on cable or over-the-air TV in your area, or use MLB.TV if you have a subscription.

Some games are also broadcast on network television (NBC, Fox, or ABC) at no cost if you have an antenna or cable subscription, even if they are also streaming on Peacock Premium.

Streaming quality and device compatibility

Peacock streams MLB games in up to 4K resolution on compatible devices, though most streams are in standard HD. The quality depends on your internet speed and the device you are using. Peacock works on phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and streaming devices like Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire Stick.

If you experience buffering or poor picture quality, try lowering the video quality setting in the Peacock app, moving closer to your Wi-Fi router, or restarting the app. For persistent problems, contact Peacock support through the app.

Blackout rules and regional restrictions

MLB has blackout rules that prevent games from being streamed in certain areas. If you live in the same region as a team, that team's games may be blacked out on streaming services like Peacock and MLB.TV to protect the local cable network's broadcast rights. Blackout rules vary by team and region and are set by MLB, not by Peacock.

If a game is blacked out in your area, Peacock will not let you watch it, even with a Premium subscription. You can check MLB.com's blackout map to see which games are restricted in your location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch my team's games on Peacock every week?

No. Peacock carries only select games, usually Sunday afternoon matchups and occasional weekday games. Most of your team's season will air on cable, ESPN, or MLB.TV. Check the MLB.com schedule each week to see if your team's game is on Peacock.

Do I need cable to watch MLB on Peacock?

No. Some games are available on the free Peacock tier, and others require a Peacock Premium subscription. You do not need a cable login, though having cable may give you access to the NBC app as an alternative way to watch.

Can I watch the World Series on Peacock?

No. The World Series, playoffs, and All-Star Game are broadcast on Fox, ESPN, or TBS. Peacock does not carry postseason baseball.

What if a game is blacked out in my area?

Blackout rules are set by MLB and prevent certain games from streaming in the team's home region. If a game is blacked out, you cannot watch it on Peacock, MLB.TV, or most streaming services. Check the MLB.com blackout map to see which games are restricted where you live.

Is MLB.TV better than Peacock for watching baseball?

MLB.TV lets you watch out-of-market games all season, but it has the same blackout restrictions as Peacock for local games. Peacock is free or low-cost and includes other content, but carries far fewer games. Choose based on which games you want to watch and your budget.