Baseball fans get ready! MLB season is officially ON and tonight we've got a great matchup for you: the New York Mets are going head-to-head with the Houston Astros. And guess what? You can catch all the action on Apple TV+'s Friday Night Baseball . Let's dive into how to watch and what to expect!
Mets vs Astros Game 2: Pitchers Matchup and Opening Day Recap
These two teams already kicked off their series yesterday for Opening Day and it was a close one! Even though the Mets tried to rally in the 9th the Astros snagged the win 3-1. But tonight is another chance for the Mets to even the score.
For tonight's game the pitching matchup is set. The Mets are sending Tylor Megill to the mound. Last season Megill had a 4-5 record with a 4.04 ERA. The Astros will counter with Hunter Brown who had a stronger 11-9 record and a 3.49 ERA last year. It should be an interesting duel on the rubber!
How to Watch Mets vs Astros on Apple TV+ (and Maybe Even for Free!)
Tonight's game is exclusive to Apple TV+ which means you will need a subscription to tune in. But don't worry it's easier than you think and there are ways to watch without spending a dime right away.
Here's the deal: Apple TV+ offers a sweet seven-day free trial to new users. That means you could sign up now watch tonight's Mets vs Astros game and even catch next week's Friday Night Baseball doubleheader all before your free trial ends. Pretty cool huh?
If you are already an Amazon Prime member you can also subscribe to Apple TV+ directly through Prime Video channels. It's still $9.99 a month and guess what? It also comes with that seven-day free trial. So you have options!
Friday Night Baseball is a weekly doubleheader series on Apple TV+ and this is its fourth season running. They have games airing every Friday throughout the MLB regular season so you can get your weekly baseball fix.
Easy Ways to Watch Friday Night Baseball:
- Apple Devices: Apple TV app is pre-installed on iPhones iPads Apple TVs Macs and Apple Vision Pro.
- Online: Watch directly at tv.apple.com on your computer.
- Android: New for this season Android users can get the Apple TV app from the Google Play Store.
- Smart TVs: Apple TV app is available on select Samsung LG Panasonic Sony TCL VIZIO and more smart TVs.
- Gaming Consoles: PlayStation and Xbox have the Apple TV app.
- Streaming Devices: Amazon Fire TV Roku Chromecast with Google TV and set-top boxes like Sky Q and Comcast Xfinity all support the Apple TV app.
Opening Day Highlights: Valdez Shines Altuve Makes History and Rookie Gets First Hit
Even though the Mets lost Opening Day there were still some standout moments. Astros pitcher Framber Valdez was dominant tossing seven scoreless innings and only allowing two walks. That's a strong start to the season!
For the Astros Jose Altuve the veteran player made his 13th Opening Day start but this time in left field a new position for him. He said the cheers from the Houston crowd were one of the happiest moments of his career. Altuve even showed off his skills in left field making a great running catch.
Rookie Cam Smith had a debut to remember. He brought donuts for the clubhouse before the game (rookie move!) and then singled to right field on the very first pitch he saw in the big leagues. The crowd went wild and Smith soaked it all in.
In the 9th inning Astros closer Josh Hader made things interesting loading the bases but he managed to strike out Mets star Juan Soto to end the game and secure his 200th career save. Talk about a nail-biter finish!
Friday Night Baseball is Back: Your Weekly Dose of MLB Action on Apple TV+
So if you are craving some Friday night baseball Apple TV+ has you covered. Mets vs Astros is just one game in their weekly Friday Night Baseball doubleheader series. For baseball fans in 60 countries and regions you can catch these marquee matchups all season long with no blackout restrictions. That's a win!
With star players like Shohei Ohtani Mookie Betts Aaron Judge and more featured throughout the season Friday Night Baseball is a great way to keep up with the best of MLB. And with a potential free trial it's definitely worth checking out. Get ready to settle in grab some snacks and enjoy some baseball under the Friday night lights!