MLB Announces 2025 Wild Card Series Broadcast Schedule
Major League Baseball has recently unveiled the complete broadcast schedule for the highly anticipated 2025 Wild Card Series. As fans gear up for the postseason, this announcement brings excitement, showcasing a thrilling lineup of games over three action-packed days.
Wild Card Series Format and Timing
The 2025 postseason will initiate with four Wild Card Series games scheduled each day from Tuesday, September 30, to Thursday, October 2. This year’s competition follows a best-of-three format, ensuring that fans will experience intense matchups. The games will be broadcast across ESPN’s family of networks, making it easy for viewers to catch all the action.
The Wild Card Series is not only accessible to English-speaking fans but also caters to a diverse audience. Spanish-language coverage will be provided on ESPN Deportes and the ESPN App. Moreover, baseball enthusiasts can tune in to ESPN Radio for live national coverage, starting with the Wild Card Series, bringing a comprehensive audio experience to listeners.
In-depth Look at the Game Schedule
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the games scheduled:
Tuesday, September 30
- Tigers @ Guardians: AL Wild Card Series Game 1 at 1 p.m. on ESPN
- Padres @ Cubs: NL Wild Card Series Game 1 at 3 p.m. on ABC
- Red Sox @ Yankees: AL Wild Card Series Game 1 at 6 p.m. on ESPN
- Reds @ Dodgers: NL Wild Card Series Game 1 at 9 p.m. on ESPN
Wednesday, October 1
- Tigers @ Guardians: AL Wild Card Series Game 2 at 1 p.m. on ESPN
- Padres @ Cubs: NL Wild Card Series Game 2 at 3 p.m. on ABC
- Red Sox @ Yankees: AL Wild Card Series Game 2 at 6 p.m. on ESPN
- Reds @ Dodgers: NL Wild Card Series Game 2 at 9 p.m. on ESPN
Thursday, October 2
- Tigers @ Guardians: AL Wild Card Series Game 3* at 1 p.m. on ESPN
- Padres @ Cubs: NL Wild Card Series Game 3* at 3 p.m. on ABC
- Red Sox @ Yankees: AL Wild Card Series Game 3* at 6 p.m. on ESPN
- Reds @ Dodgers: NL Wild Card Series Game 3* at 9 p.m. on ESPN
Potential Changes to the Schedule
The schedule is subject to change based on game outcomes, particularly for the series on Thursday, October 2. If any series concludes before the designated time, adjustments will be made. For example, if the Tigers @ Guardians series concludes early, there will be no changes to the existing schedule. However, if multiple series finish ahead of schedule, the timing of the remaining games may shift, which fans should stay updated on.
Broadening Accessibility Across Multiple Platforms
The reach of the 2025 postseason is expansive. Beyond terrestrial broadcasts, games will also be accessible to international audiences. They will be aired in 203 countries by 44 media partners in 16 different languages. This robust distribution means that fans worldwide can share in the excitement of the postseason.
In addition to coverage provided by FOX Deportes, ESPN Deportes, and Univision, MLB Network will enrich the viewing experience with extensive studio coverage across various Emmy Award-winning programs. These include MLB Tonight, MLB Central, MLB Now, and Intentional Talk—each offering insight, analysis, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on the unfolding action.
Looking Ahead: The League Championship Series
As the Wild Card Series wraps up, the excitement will roll right into the League Championship Series (ALCS and NLCS), scheduled to follow immediately after. Key games are set to commence, with FOX and TBS handling much of the broadcast duties, promising a comprehensive, thrilling postseason experience for fans of Major League Baseball.
With the foundation set for an exhilarating Wild Card Series in 2025, fans can mark their calendars and prepare for an unforgettable postseason filled with moments that will resonate throughout the genre’s history.
