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Mariners fans finally have clear answers on how to watch tonight’s game and every matchup this season. After frustration on opening day, the team launched Mariners.TV with multiple viewing options across cable, streaming, and mobile devices.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Launch Date: Mariners.TV went live for 2026 season with 7-day free trial included
- Pricing: $99.99 per season, $19.99 monthly, or bundled with MLB.TV for $199.99
- Tonight’s Game: Mariners vs. Guardians at 7:10 PM PDT on multiple platforms
- Cable Channels: Xfinity 1261, DirecTV 687, Spectrum 414 in Seattle markets
Watch via Mariners.TV Streaming Platform
Mariners.TV eliminates cable requirements for local fans. The new subscription service streams all in-market games with zero blackouts across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska territories.
The 7-day free trial requires no credit card. Fans access games through the MLB app or Mariners.TV website on phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick devices. Seasonal passes start at $99.99 for the entire 2026 season, while monthly memberships cost $19.99.
How to watch Mariners games on Mariners.TV, cable, and streaming tonight
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Cable and Satellite Provider Options Tonight
Traditional viewers have multiple cable channel options for tonight’s game. Check your provider for exact channel numbers in your regional area. Xfinity customers in Seattle find the game on channel 1261.
DirecTV subscribers should look to channel 687, while Spectrum users in the Seattle-Tacoma market can find it on channel 414. Smaller regional providers like Wave, TDS, and local carriers have their own designated channels. The Mariners.TV broadcast airs on all participating cable platforms with brief pregame and postgame coverage included.
Complete Cable Channel Guide by Provider
| Provider | Channel Number(s) |
| Comcast Xfinity | 1261 |
| DirecTV | 687 |
| Spectrum (Seattle-Tacoma) | 414 |
| Wave (Seattle Metro) | 37/737 |
| YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu | Mariners.TV Channel |
National and Streaming Alternatives
Some Mariners matchups air nationally on ESPN, FOX, and TBS throughout the season. Apple TV Friday Night Baseball features two games, while Peacock carries four Sunday broadcasts. Out-of-market fans nationwide access MLB.TV subscriptions, which bundle with Mariners.TV splits for $199.99 annually.
Prime Video occasionally streams select games, though not all 2026 contests. Fubo, YouTube TV, and Hulu Live include Mariners.TV access for cable-free viewers. The 2026 postseason will air on FOX, FS1, TBS, NBC, Peacock, and ESPN networks nationwide.
What If You Don’t Know Your Cable Provider Channel?
The simplest solution is visiting MLB.com/mariners/schedule/watch or your provider’s TV guide directly. Type your zip code to find exact channel listings for your area. Opening day confusion sparked fan frustration when channels weren’t clearly labeled, but MLB updated all broadcasting information by game time.
Alternatively, subscribe to Mariners.TV with the free trial to eliminate guesswork entirely. The platform works instantly once purchased, no waiting for cable box updates.
Sources
- MLB.com – Official Mariners season broadcasting announcement and Mariners.TV details
- Seattle Times – Fan experience and opening day broadcast guide
- Fox 13 Seattle – Complete 2026 streaming options and cable channel information
