The 2025 MLB League Championship Series sees the Seattle Mariners and Toronto Blue Jays facing off in the ALCS, while the Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers trying to take the NLCS pennant.
You can watch MLB League Championship Series 2025 from anywhere with a VPN and potentially for free.
MLB League Championship Series 2025 live streams: TV schedule, dates
The 2025 MLB League Championship Series starts on Sunday, October 12. Full schedule below.
• U.S. — ALCS on Fox / FS1 via Sling TV | NLCS on TBS via Sling TV / truTV / HBO Max
• Can — Sportsnet
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Could 2025 finally be the year that the Seattle Mariners end their (in)famous World Series drought? Just four wins — and John Schneider’s high flying Toronto Blue Jays — stand in their way of finally bringing baseball’s least envious record to an end. Much will depend on whether Cal Raleigh can maintain his awesome slugging form.
The Dodgers have the chance to go back-to-back in the NLCS to set up a second straight championship. Shohei Ohtani is a shoo-in for the NL’s MVP, but he’ll want to ensure he navigates the LA franchise through this series. The Brewers are attempting to end 43 years of hurt since they made it all the way through to the end of the season and notching up seven visits to the playoffs in the last eight years will only have fuelled frustration.
Which two teams will be heading to the 2025 Fall Classic? Check out all of the TV and streaming details below to find out how to watch MLB League Championship Series 2025 from anywhere, including free options.
Watch MLB League Championship Series 2025 from anywhere
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How to watch MLB League Championship Series live streams in the U.S.
The rights for the 2025 MLB League Championship Series games are split between TNT and Fox.
Fox is showing game 1 of Mariners vs Blue Jays, with Fox and FS1 both showing game 2 of the ALCS onwards. The Dodgers vs Brewers in the NLCS will be on your choice of TBS or truTV, and simulcasting on HBO Max (from $17/month).
Not got cable? You can also catch these MLB Playoff games via one of the best cable TV alternatives.
Sling TV is one of the most affordable options available. Its Orange plan carries TBS and plans cost only $5/day, $15/week or $46/month. Its Blue plan has Fox (in selected cities), FS1, TBS and truTV and costs from $51/month.
The likes of Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will also get you comprehensive postseason coverage.
How to watch MLB League Championship Series live streams in Canada
In Canada, MLB coverage is exclusive to Sportsnet.
You can stream MLB League Championship Series games live on Sportsnet Plus, which starts at CA$29.99/month. Both Standard and Premium plans let you watch MLB.
If you live in Canada but aren’t at home right now, you can still watch MLB live streams by using a quality VPN like NordVPN to unlock your usual service.
How to watch MLB League Championship Series live streams in the U.K.
Comprehensive MLB postseason coverage is being provided by TNT Sports, across multiple channels.
You can stream TNT Sports live online by subscribing to the Discovery Plus Premium plan from £30.99/month, or you can add TNT Sports through Sky, BT, EE or Virgin Media to watch via your television provider.
If you’re on holiday outside the U.K. you can still tap into your free MLB stream by using one of the best VPN services, such as NordVPN.
How to watch MLB League Championship Series live streams in Australia
Aussies will find MLB League Championship Series live streams on ESPN via Foxtel.
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MLB League Championship Series schedule 2025
American League Championship Series
Game 1: Mariners vs Blue Jays — Sunday, October 12, 8:03 p.m. ET / 5:03 p.m. PT
Game 2: Mariners vs Blue Jays — Monday, October 13, 5:03 p.m. ET / 2:03 p.m. PT
Game 3: Blue Jays vs Mariners — Wednesday, October 15
Game 4: Blue Jays vs Mariners — Thursday, October 16
*Game 5: Blue Jays vs Mariners — Friday, October 17
*Game 6: Mariners vs Blue Jays — Sunday, October 19
*Game 7: Mariners vs Blue Jays — Monday, October 20
National League Championship Series
Game 1: Dodgers vs Brewers — Monday, October 13, 8:08 p.m. ET / 5:08 p.m. PT
Game 2: Dodgers vs Brewers — Tuesday, October 14, 8:08 p.m. ET / 5:08 p.m. PT
Game 3: Brewers vs Dodgers — Thursday, October 16
Game 4: Brewers vs Dodgers — Friday, October 17
*Game 5: Brewers vs Dodgers — Saturday, October 18
*Game 6: Dodgers vs Brewers — Monday, October 20
*Game 7: Dodgers vs Brewers — Tuesday, October 21
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