The MLB Network remains the top destination for baseball fans looking to stay tuned into the baseball universe. However, fans who used to watch the channel on YouTube TV need to find an alternative source. The two parties failed to agree to a new deal before its expiration on January 31.
As a result, YouTube TV will not carry the popular baseball channel this upcoming season. In addition, subscribers will no longer be able to access previous library recordings on the channel.
"Hello @YouTubeTV… I am once again asking you to please get MLB Network back. Opening Day is tomorrow. Many people have your service specifically for @MLBNetwork. Make it happen." - Ben Verlander
Fans have had to look elsewhere to find streams of the MLB Network. While there are several options available, one of the more popular free options is Buffstream.io. The streaming website will allow baseball fans to tune into all of the MLB action at no cost or sign-up.
However, it is worth noting that there will be several ads and pop-ups that users will need to close before the game becomes available. But aside from that, every game will be available with high-quality resolution.
"Just Google mlb buffstream and click on link that ends in "io". Then find the game within all today's scheduled games. You might get pop ups so x out them stay with original page always. Then press play on 2nd screen. You will get more pop ups. X out those till the game plays." - BoknowSD619
Not only does Buffsteam.io offer MLB action, but streams from all across the sports world, including the NHL, UFC, and NBA. Other websites include VIPBox and Sportsurge.net.
The MLB Network remains the premiere destination for baseball fans
The baseball network is one of the premier destinations for fans, not only for in-game action but for all of the extra coverage. In addition to airing more than 250 live regular-season and spring training games, the network plans to have everything related to baseball covered.
"I used the cancel button and left you guys ultimately for @DIRECTV stream so I could get my @MLBNetwork back." - Mike Atl
Among the notable events, they will cover include the MLB First-Year Player Draft, the MLB Draft Combine, and the Hall of Fame induction ceremony. They'll also cover the MLB London Series, All-Star Game, and World Series, as well as at least seven different daily studio shows, including the Emmy-winning “MLB Tonight.”