The Tampa Bay Rays announced today that Major League Baseball will take over production and distribution of local television broadcasts beginning with the 2026 season. The partnership will allow fans across Florida to watch Rays games through their cable or satellite provider and through MLB’s direct-to-consumer streaming service.
“Since the first days we took ownership of the club, we have been committed to delivering a world-class fan experience,” said Ken Babby, CEO of the Tampa Bay Rays. “This transition reflects that commitment. With MLB’s best streaming platform, Rays fans in our home market will finally be able to stream games on the MLB app without local blackouts. And just as importantly, fans who prefer the tradition of watching Rays baseball on television will continue to find our games on cable and satellite. Every decision we make is made first and foremost with our fans in mind.”
Fans in the Rays’ home market will be able to access games on participating cable and satellite systems, with provider details and channel lineups to be shared soon. Streaming access will be available for purchase on MLB.com and the MLB App when subscriptions go on sale in February.
The Rays join a number of MLB clubs that already partner with the league for local broadcasts. All 162 regular season games in 2026 will be available through local distribution or through MLB’s national broadcast partners.
Additional details will be shared in the coming weeks.
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