About the Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks — nicknamed the D-backs — are an MLB team in the National League West, based in Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 1998, they won the World Series in 2001 in one of the most dramatic Game 7 finishes in baseball history, with Randy Johnson and Curt Schilling sharing World Series MVP honors. Since then the team has remained a competitive presence in the NL West, regularly contending for playoff spots and developing young talent through a strong farm system.

Whether you are a longtime fan who just relocated, someone whose household recently cut cable, or a newcomer to baseball looking to follow your local team, this guide covers every reliable way to watch Diamondbacks games in 2026 — from local broadcast channels and streaming apps to snagging affordable tickets and setting up your phone for live alerts.

Local TV Broadcasts in Arizona

If you live in the Phoenix metro area or anywhere within the Arizona broadcast territory, Diamondbacks games air on your regional sports network and on select over-the-air broadcast channels. Here is how to find the game each night:

• Regional Sports Network (RSN): The primary carrier for D-backs games throughout the regular season. The exact channel number depends on your cable or satellite provider — look for the regional sports channel in your provider's guide, or call their support line to confirm.
• KPNX Channel 12 (NBC Phoenix): Select games air free on the local NBC affiliate. An HDTV antenna is all you need — no cable subscription required. Indoor antennas cost $20 to $40 at any electronics retailer and pull in Channel 12 clearly anywhere in the Phoenix metro.
• FOX National Broadcasts: Some Saturday afternoon and nationally scheduled games air on FOX. These are free with a basic antenna as well.

The fastest way to confirm tonight's broadcast: open the MLB app, tap the game on the schedule screen, and tap TV & Radio. It shows every broadcast option — local, national, and streaming — for that specific game, updated daily.

How to Stream Diamondbacks Games Without Cable

Cable-free households have multiple strong options for streaming D-backs games in 2026. The best choice depends on where you live.

MLB.TV — Best for Out-of-State Fans

MLB.TV is the official MLB streaming service for fans who live outside the Diamondbacks' local broadcast territory. If you are watching from outside Arizona, MLB.TV gives you access to every Diamondbacks game live and on demand for the full season.

• Cost: approximately $24.99 per month or $149.99 for the full season — verify current pricing at mlb.com each spring
• Platforms: iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung Smart TV, Chromecast, and web browser
• Home and away radio broadcasts are available as alternate audio tracks on every game
• On-demand replays of every game available approximately 90 minutes after the final out
• Important blackout notice: Arizona-based fans cannot stream D-backs games on MLB.TV due to local broadcast rights restrictions — this applies to anyone in the Phoenix broadcast footprint regardless of team preference

Apple TV+ Friday Night Baseball — Free

Apple broadcasts one MLB game every Friday night free to anyone with an Apple ID. No paid Apple TV+ subscription is required — you simply need an Apple account. The Diamondbacks are part of the national rotation throughout the season. Open the Apple TV app, go to the Sports tab, and look for Friday Night Baseball each week. If the D-backs are featured, you can watch at no cost on any Apple device, smart TV with the Apple TV app installed, or Roku device.

Live TV Streaming Services — Best for Arizona Residents

These services carry the local regional sports network, giving Arizona-area fans a cable-equivalent experience without a cable contract:

• YouTube TV: Includes regional sports networks in eligible markets; confirm by entering your ZIP code on their website before subscribing
• FuboTV: Built specifically for sports streaming with a strong channel lineup that includes ESPN, regional sports, and local broadcast channels
• DirecTV Stream: The Choice plan and above include regional sports network coverage in the Arizona market
• Hulu + Live TV: Includes ESPN, local affiliates, and regional sports network access in most markets

Before subscribing to any live TV streaming service, use the channel-finder tool on their website and enter your ZIP code to confirm that the regional sports network carrying Diamondbacks games is included in your area. Coverage varies by market and occasional rights disputes can affect availability mid-season.

How to Get Diamondbacks Tickets

Attending a game at Chase Field is the full Diamondbacks experience — the retractable roof, the energy of a live crowd, and the unique sightlines of a downtown urban ballpark. Here is how to buy tickets and get the most value for your money:

Official Sources — Best for Face Value

• Purchase directly at dbacks.com/tickets for face-value pricing with no third-party markup added
• The MLB Ballpark app (free on iOS and Android) lets you purchase, store, and display your mobile tickets — download and set it up before game day so you are not dealing with app issues at the entrance
• Season ticket plans and mini-packs (10-game, 20-game bundles) offer a meaningful per-game discount compared to single-game pricing and include priority access to playoff tickets

Resale Platforms

• StubHub, SeatGeek, and Vivid Seats list resale tickets from other fans; always look at the all-in price (ticket price plus service fees) before finalizing a purchase, as fees can add 25 to 30 percent to the listed price
• Ticket prices on resale sites drop sharply within 24 to 48 hours of game time — if you are flexible, waiting until the day of the game often gets you better deals

Best Value Strategies

• Weekday games (Monday through Thursday) average $10 to $20 cheaper per seat than weekend games against the same opponent
• April and early May games offer the lowest prices of the season before the playoff race drives demand up
• The View Level (upper deck, Sections 301 through 330) provides full sightlines of the entire field for under $15 on many weeknights
• Aisle seats in the View Level near sections 310 to 320 (behind home plate) give you the best angles on pitcher-batter duels
• Check dbacks.com regularly for promotional game nights — several dates each season include free merchandise or themed giveaways with ticket purchase

Chase Field Seating Zones at a Glance

• Field Level (Sections 101–130): Closest to the action, highest prices, best energy near the dugouts and on-field action
• Club Level (Sections 201–230): Padded seats with in-seat food service available, mid-range pricing, excellent shade under the roof overhang
• View Level (Sections 301–330): Best price-to-experience ratio; every seat has a complete view of the field; great for families watching a budget

Following the Diamondbacks on Mobile and Social Media

Staying current with the D-backs between games — roster moves, injury updates, standings shifts — is easy with a few free apps and social accounts:

The Official MLB App

Download the MLB app (free on iOS and Android) and set the Diamondbacks as your favorite team during setup. Key features to use immediately:

• Enable push notifications for game starts, lead changes, and final scores — toggle these under Settings inside the app
• Condensed game replays: A 10-minute video recap of every game covering all scoring plays, available free roughly 90 minutes after the final out — ideal for days when you missed the broadcast
• Live game audio is free for every MLB game, home and away feed — a great background option while driving or working
• Statcast data gives you pitch velocity, exit velocity off the bat, and sprint speed metrics on every play if you want to go deep on analytics

Official Diamondbacks Social Accounts

• Twitter/X @Dbacks: Real-time game updates, highlight clips posted within minutes of big plays, and transaction news the moment it breaks
• Instagram @arizonadiamondbacks: Clubhouse and dugout content, player profiles, and day-of-game atmosphere posts
• YouTube — Arizona Diamondbacks channel: Full post-game press conferences, extended highlight packages, minor league prospect features, and historical archive content

Radio and Podcasts

• Arizona Sports 98.7 FM carries every Diamondbacks game on local radio; stream it live through the Arizona Sports app or the MLB app's audio feature from anywhere in the country
• The official D-backs podcast — search The Pool Shot on any podcast app — covers roster moves, season storylines, and fan mailbag episodes during the season

First-Time Visitor Guide to Chase Field

Chase Field is one of the most fan-friendly venues in Major League Baseball, especially for summer games when Arizona temperatures can make outdoor stadiums unbearable. The retractable roof and full air conditioning system are genuinely impressive — a 110-degree Phoenix afternoon turns into a comfortable 72 degrees inside within about 20 minutes of the roof closing. Here is everything you need to know for your first visit:

• Getting there by light rail: Valley Metro Light Rail stops at Central Ave/Jefferson, a 3-minute flat walk to the main gates on Jefferson Street. Light rail runs until after midnight on game nights. A round-trip ride is cheaper and faster than parking on weekend evenings.
• Driving and parking: The Chase Field Garage (also called the Jefferson Street Garage) connects directly to the stadium via a sky bridge. It fills up on weekend nights — arrive at least 45 minutes before first pitch. Street lots within a 5-minute walk are often $10 to $15 cheaper than the garage.
• Security and prohibited items: All entry points use metal-detector wands. Hard-sided bags larger than 16 inches, outside alcohol, and pocket knives are prohibited. Soft-sided bags up to 16x16x8 inches are allowed. Inspections move quickly — 10 to 15 minutes on a busy night if you arrive before the gates-open rush.
• Food and drinks you can bring in: Factory-sealed plastic water bottles are allowed (one per person). Outside food in clear bags is permitted, which makes Chase Field one of the more fan-friendly venues on this front. Glass containers and alcohol purchased outside the stadium are not allowed.
• Roof and weather: The roof closes automatically for day games when Phoenix temperatures exceed 85°F and at the team's discretion for night games. Check the @Dbacks Twitter account or the MLB app on game day for roof status — they announce it by early afternoon.
• Arriving early: Stadium gates open 90 minutes before first pitch. Arriving during this window lets you watch batting practice from the lower bowl. Players occasionally toss balls into the stands during warm-ups, which is a highlight for kids. The Kids Zone on the outfield concourse has interactive games and is free with any ticket. Children 14 and under can join the D-backs Kids Club for free, which includes birthday perks and special event access.