August 16, 2026 • 9:04 PM EDT
Updated 31 days ago
If you’re looking to catch the Los Angeles Dodgers on national television in 2026, you’ve got plenty of options this year. The Dodgers are all over the national TV map with several platforms in play: NBC Sports enters the MLB broadcast game, Fox continues its strong Saturday coverage, and you’ll also find games on Apple TV+, TBS, ESPN, and FS1. The bottom line? Fans don’t have to rely solely on local broadcasts anymore. You’ve got more ways than ever to watch the Dodgers go to work, whether you tune into network TV or prefer streaming.
What’s new for 2026? NBC Sports is taking over the old Sunday Night Baseball slot, airing games on both NBC (network TV) and NBC Sports Network, plus streaming matches on Peacock. That means the season opener at Dodger Stadium, featuring the Dodgers against the Diamondbacks, is a full national exclusive on NBC and Peacock. July and August will also give you three more exclusive Dodgers games on NBC/Peacock’s national Sunday night package. Meanwhile, ESPN is still in the mix with exclusive weeknight games through 2028, but you’ll notice those aren’t the Sunday fixtures anymore.
According to Yahoo Sports, Fox is sticking with its classic Saturday MLB showcase, putting six Dodgers games exclusively on Fox, starting with an April 25 home contest against the Chicago Cubs. You’ll also see a few FS1 simulcasts where the local SportsNet LA broadcast remains an option. ESPN has already locked in some Dodger action, notably the April 15 Jackie Robinson Day game at Dodger Stadium against the Mets. For fans with Apple TV+, there are three exclusive Friday night Dodgers games (starting April 24 against the Cubs in Los Angeles), and TBS brings in Tuesday night games, including two Dodgers games in the first half of the season.
Just for quick reference, in recent seasons, the Dodgers drew 17 exclusive national TV games in both 2023 and 2025, and 16 in 2024, showing you this club is a crowd-puller for all the major networks year after year.
How the 2026 Dodgers National TV Schedule Shapes Up
- NBC leads off with the Opening Day game and picks up the Sunday night package, a major switch from ESPN’s old slot.
- Fox Saturday games stay consistent, with six Dodgers games exclusively on the network, making Saturday a go-to for MLB fans.
- Apple TV+ gets in on the action with three exclusive Dodgers games on Friday nights, all in the first half of the season.
- TBS has Tuesday night coverage, including two Dodgers games in the early schedule.
- ESPN’s exclusives now move to weeknights, keeping the Dodgers among their key attractions.
- FS1 adds two more non-exclusive games, giving extra coverage for national viewers who may not have a local feed.
Key Developments for Bettors and Fans
- The variety of networks increases both flexibility and accessibility. No more worrying about chasing just one broadcaster.
- NBC’s entry into baseball means Opening Day is a marquee event — expect national focus and a lot of betting action early on.
- High-profile games like Jackie Robinson Day on ESPN will naturally attract more fan and bettor interest.
- With the Dodgers’ robust history of national exclusives, you have reliable opportunities to watch and wager without local blackout headaches.
Complete 2026 Dodgers National TV Game List
| Date | Opponent | Time (PT) | TV/streamer |
|---|
| Thu, Mar 5 | at Reds | 12:05 p.m. | ESPN |
| Thu, Mar 26 | D-backs | 5:30 p.m. | NBC/Peacock* |
| Mon, Apr 6 | at Blue Jays | 4:07 p.m. | FS1 |
| Tue, Apr 7 | at Blue Jays | 4:07 p.m. | TBS |
| Wed, Apr 15 | Mets | 7:10 p.m. | ESPN* |
| Fri, Apr 24 | Cubs | 7:10 p.m. | Apple TV* |
| Sat, Apr 25 | Cubs | 4:15 p.m. | Fox* |
| Sat, May 2 | at Cardinals | 4:15 p.m. | Fox* |
| Tue, May 5 | at Astros | 5:10 p.m. | TBS |
| Sat, May 23 | at Brewers | 4:15 p.m. | Fox* |
| Fri, May 29 | Phillies | 7:15 p.m. | Apple TV* |
| Mon, June 15 | Rays | 7:10 p.m. | ESPN* |
| Tue, June 23 | at Twins | 4:40 p.m. | TBS |
| Fri, June 26 | at Padres | 6:45 p.m. | Apple TV* |
| Sun, Jul 5 | Padres | 4:20 p.m. | NBC/Peacock* |
| Sat, Jul 18 | at Yankees | 5:08 p.m. | Fox* |
| Sun, Jul 19 | at Yankees | 4:20 p.m. | NBC/Peacock* |
| Mon, Jul 20 | at Phillies | 4:10 p.m. | ESPN* |
| Tue, Jul 21 | at Phillies | 3:40 p.m. | TBS |
| Sat, Jul 25 | at Mets | 4:15 p.m. | Fox* |
| Sun, Aug 2 | Red Sox | 4:20 p.m. | NBC/Peacock* |
| Tue, Aug 4 | at Cubs | 5:05 pm. | TBS |
| Sat, Aug 15 | Brewers | 4:15 p.m. | Fox* |
| Sat, Aug 22 | Pirates | 4:15 p.m. | Fox* |
| Tue, Aug 25 | at Braves | 4:15 p.m. | TBS |
| Thu, Aug 27 | at Braves | 4:15 p.m. | FS1 |
*exclusive to network
Key Takeaways for Dodgers Fans and Bettors
- NBC’s involvement means more high-profile matchups and exposure for the Dodgers all season.
- Fox remains a prime option for weekend baseball, especially big Saturday games.
- Apple TV+ and Peacock exclusives force you to add streamers to your rotation if you want all the action.
- Jackie Robinson Day and Opening Day are marquee betting and viewing opportunities.
- National exclusive games are ideal spots for betting — wider coverage means sharper lines and more prop action from the books.
- Dodgers’ dominant TV presence reflects their status as a ratings and betting powerhouse.
- Flexibility means you can watch or bet from just about anywhere, with minimal blackout concerns for these national games.
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