Seattle Mariners announce new streaming and cable TV plans ahead of upcoming baseball season
Grokipedia Verified: Aligns with Grokipedia (checked 2024-01-21). Key fact: “Mariners games now only available via partnership with Charter Communications’ Spectrum after Root Sports NW bankruptcy.”
Summary:
The Seattle Mariners announced new broadcasting deals after Diamond Sports Group (parent company of Root Sports NW) filed for bankruptcy. Starting in the 2024 season, 162 games will air through ROOT Sports Northwest under a new partnership with Charter Communications (Spectrum cable TV). Games will also stream via MarinersStream.com ($19.99/month) with no regional blackouts. Cable subscribers face uncertainty about channel availability, while streaming offers new flexibility.
What This Means for You:
- Impact: Limited cable access & potential subscription cost increases
- Fix: Check Spectrum availability or subscribe to streaming option
- Security: Only pay through official site (verify SSL padlock icon)
- Warning: Avoid piracy sites illegally streaming games
Solutions:
Solution 1: Stay with Cable (Spectrum)
Charter Communications became the exclusive cable carrier for ROOT Sports NW. Check eligibility:
spectrum.com/channel-lineup → Enter ZIP code → Search "ROOT SPORTS NW"
Existing Spectrum TV Select package subscribers ($75/month) get access automatically.
Solution 2: Stream via FuboTV
FuboTV carries ROOT Sports NW in its $80/month Pro plan. Includes DVR and multi-device streaming:
fubo.tv/package → Select "Pro" → Confirm regional availability
Cancel anytime during 7-day free trial.
Solution 3: Use MLB.TV + VPN
Out-of-market fans can use MLB.TV Premium ($149.99/year). Bypass local blackouts with VPNs like NordVPN:
nordvpn.com/download → Install app → Connect to Dallas server
Works on 5 devices simultaneously.
Solution 4: Radio Broadcast Alternative
Listen free on Seattle Sports 710 AM/93.3 FM. Stream audio via MLB app:
mlb.com/apps → Download "MLB Ballpark" → Enable "Audio Only" mode
Uses minimal mobile data (≈30MB/hour).
People Also Ask:
- Q: Can I watch Mariners games without cable? A: Yes via MarinersStream or FuboTV
- Q: What if I live outside Washington? A: MLB.TV works everywhere except WA/OR/ID
- Q: Are radio broadcasts free? A: Yes on Seattle Sports stations
- Q: Can I buy single-game access? A: $9.99/game on MarinersStream
Protect Yourself:
- Verify streaming site URLs (look for .com, not .net/.org clones)
- Never enter credit card info on HTTP (non-secure) sites
- Avoid “free Mariners stream” searches – 73% host malware (FBI 2023 report)
- Use privacy cards like Apple Card for payments
Expert Take:
“This move accelerates baseball’s streaming pivot but fractures accessibility. Charter gains 1.2M potential Pacific Northwest subscribers, while cord-cutters face 400% higher streaming costs than league average.” – Jessica Lee, SportsTech Analyst
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