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Watching sports can be a challenge for fans, especially if they don’t have access to traditional cable or satellite TV. The rise of streaming services has made it easier than ever to watch your favorite games, but it can be confusing to determine which subscriptions are needed.
Consumer Reports provides a comprehensive breakdown of the options available so that sports fans can make an informed decision about which subscription is worth the cost. In this article, we will explore some of the most popular sports and the best streaming services or subscriptions for each sport.
For football fans, local TV stations like ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX may offer games for free if your team is in your city. These channels can also be streamed on services like DirecTV Stream, Hulu, and YouTube TV. If you don’t live near your team, NFL Sunday Ticket offered by YouTube TV for $349 is an available option. Additionally, ESPN and ESPN+ may provide Monday night games at a lower cost.
Baseball fans have several options to choose from. MLB.TV’s single-team package offers coverage of one specific team for $129 per year. However, the All Teams package for just $20 more covers all 30 teams and is a better deal overall. If you’re a fan of the home team, make sure to find a streaming service that offers access to the regional sports network broadcasting their games.
Basketball fans can choose from several options as well. NBA League Pass offers coverage of all 30 teams for $149 per month or $699 per year with no blackouts or blackout restrictions. YouTube TV or Hulu may offer games at a lower cost than NBA League Pass and cover more national games without blackouts or restrictions. WNBA League Pass also offers coverage of all 12 teams for just $129 per month or $595 per year with no blackouts or restrictions.
If you only want to watch one game and don’t plan on watching multiple games regularly, signing up for a monthly subscription may not be worth it as it could end up being too expensive in the long run compared to watching at a local sports bar or sharing passwords with others who have already paid for access to these services.
In conclusion, finding the right streaming service or subscription package to watch sports games can be challenging but with research and consideration of viewing habits; it is possible to make an informed decision that works best for you.
