MLB Announces Friday Night Baseball Schedule for August on Apple TV

Apple and Major League Baseball (MLB) announced the August schedule for “Friday Night Baseball,” a weekly doubleheader available to Apple TV+ subscribers every Friday during the 2024 regular season. This partnership allows fans in 60 countries and regions to enjoy two major games over the course of 26 weeks without any local broadcast restrictions.

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Key conclusions

Double weekly show available for Apple TV+ subscribers.
Available in 60 countries and regions, with no local broadcasting restrictions.
Top media talents include Wayne Randazzo, Dontrelle Willis and Heidi Watney.
Produced by the Emmy Award-winning MLB Network team in partnership with Apple’s live sports production team.
State-of-the-art cameras, immersive 5.1 surround sound, and drones with cameras for aerial shots.
The ability to listen to local radio broadcasts featuring domestic and away teams in the US and Canada.
The Apple Sports app offers real-time scores, stats, and more.
Additional MLB content available on Apple TV+ and the Apple TV app.

Friday Baseball Schedule for August on Apple TV+

Friday, August 2nd

Kansas City Royals vs. Detroit Tigers – 6:30 p.m. ET
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Washington Nationals – 6:30 p.m. ET

Friday, August 9

Cleveland Guardians vs. Minnesota Twins – 8:00 PM ET
Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers – 8:00 PM ET

Friday, August 16

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Chicago Cubs – 2:00 PM ET
Seattle Mariners vs. Pittsburgh Pirates – 6:30 p.m. ET

Friday, August 23

St. Louis Cardinals vs. Minnesota Twins – 8:00 PM ET
Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates – 6:30 p.m. ET

Friday, August 30

Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels – 9:30 p.m. ET
San Diego Padres vs. Tampa Bay Rays – 6:30 p.m. ET

Live coverage before and after the match

Friday Night Baseball features an exceptional group of talent in the commentary booths. The lineup includes Wayne Randazzo (play-by-play), Dontrelle Willis (analyst), Heidi Watney (sideline announcer), Alex Faust (play-by-play), Ryan Spilborghs (analyst) and Tricia Whitaker (sideline announcer). Additionally, former MLB umpires Ted Barrett, Brian Gorman and Dale Scott will discuss the rules and decisions each week. Game assignments for the announcers will be shared each week.

Lauren Gardner anchors live pre- and post-game coverage, along with former MLB player and analyst Xavier Scruggs and baseball journalist Russell Dorsey. This stellar team ensures fans receive insightful commentary and in-depth analysis all season long.

Produced by MLB Network’s Emmy Award-winning production team in partnership with Apple’s live sports team, “Friday Night Baseball” offers viewers an unparalleled visual experience. Each game features state-of-the-art cameras that showcase vibrant, live action footage, complete with immersive 5.1 surround sound. The use of drone cameras provides beautiful aerial shots of the stadium, while player and field-level microphones immerse fans in the game and stadium atmosphere.

Fans in the U.S. and Canada have the option to listen to radio broadcasts of home and away games during “Friday Night Baseball,” adding another layer of personalization to the viewing experience.

In addition to live streaming, fans can follow MLB and their favorite MLB teams through the Apple Sports app. This new free iPhone app features real-time scores, stats, and more. Designed for speed and simplicity, the personalized app puts users’ favorite leagues and teams front and center with an easy-to-use, Apple-designed interface.

MLB Bonus Content

Fans in the U.S. can also enjoy the MLB Big Inning whip-around show, which features live coverage and game highlights every night of the week. Apple TV+ offers a full slate of MLB-related content, including Countdown to First Pitch, MLB Daily Recap and MLB This Week. Additionally, fans can access more MLB programming for free on the Apple TV app, including condensed game recaps after each week’s “Friday Night Baseball” live broadcast, classic games, highlights, interviews and more.

Friday Night Baseball is available to Apple TV+ subscribers, and the service costs $6.99 per month. Apple TV+ is available on all Apple devices, smart TVs, gaming consoles, and streaming devices, so fans can watch games from virtually anywhere. The Apple Sports app is free to download and use, providing an additional resource for fans who want to keep up with MLB scores and stats.

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