Optimum is a cable service provider, among other things, which means MLB Network and other baseball-related channels are available through it. Subscribers may be wondering what channel MLB Network is on Optimum to either navigate to that channel or add it to their package.
Right now, the is channel 222 on Optimum. Whether or not a specific person has that channel is up to them and their package, but that's the number it will be across the board.
Additionally, MLB Extra Innings is available through the provider as well. It will be on channel 254.
To add either of these channels to Optimum, please visit the site or view them on your television's cable device.
What kind of content does MLB Network provide? Optimum television channel explored
It is the premier baseball channel on television. ESPN covers baseball, as does FS1 and other sports channels, but they often eschew baseball in favor of other sports. MLBN does not.
They have 24/7 baseball content, so it's everything a fan could ask for. They have special television shows where they break down news as well as talk shows like High Heat.
They also frequently have live games. These are often in the team's home market and are subject to blackouts otherwise, but there are also nationally televised games on the channel frequently.
There's never anything but baseball content on and they will even show baseball movies sometimes. It's an excellent channel for all your MLB needs. Be sure to check it out by visiting channel 222 on Optimum.