How Can I Watch Boston Red Sox Games on Television or Online Streaming In 2026?

Changes To Red Sox Television & Streaming In 2026 

While other teams are gradually having their broadcast rights acquired by MLB Local Media, the Red Sox’s relationship with New England Sports Network remains strong. They’ll continue to offer a direct-to-consumer streaming option through their NESN 360 product offering.

What is NESN360?

NESN’s direct-to-consumer product is still the simplest way for in-market fans to stream Red Sox games during the regular season. At the cost of $29.99 per month or $239.99 for a whole year, you’ll also get access to Bruins games. Fans will no longer need to deal with all of the complexities of blackouts or a cable subscription if they solely want to watch the Red Sox. 

For out-of-market fans, the standard option is an MLB.TV subscription remains the same. If you’re a first-time subscriber, it’s important to note that MLB.TV will include a free trial of ESPN+ that will automatically renew unless canceled. The subscription is currently priced at $29.99 per month or $149.99 for the whole season. 

The Red Sox are one of the few teams whose broadcast revenue continues to be strong, with NESN reporting a 49% increase in household viewership last year. They likely won’t have the same financial worries as teams like the Brewers and Twins, who have recently shifted to having independent streaming packages under MLB.

The Difference Between MLB.TV & NESN360

An MLB.TV subscription will work for anyone outside the Red Sox's blackout region. To check whether your region is blacked out, you can use this MLB blackout tool. NESN360 will allow its viewers to stream live games outside of New England, but only for 30 days at a time.

Over-The-Air Red Sox Games 

At this time, the Red Sox have not announced plans to broadcast any games over-the-air.

Red Sox Television Cable/Satellite Providers 

Here is a complete list of cable/satellite providers that carry NESN.