The Major League Baseball season is heating up as two exciting matchups are set to take place on Friday, April 4, 2025. The Los Angeles Dodgers, who are currently undefeated, will face off against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park, while the Tampa Bay Rays will take on the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Both games will be streamed live on Apple TV+, offering fans a chance to catch all the action from the comfort of their homes.
The Dodgers, the defending World Series champions, have started the season strong with a record of 7-0. Their recent performance includes a sweep of the Atlanta Braves, showcasing their dominance early in the season. The matchup against the Phillies is particularly anticipated, as both teams are considered contenders for a playoff spot this year.
Scheduled to start at 6:45 p.m. ET, the Dodgers will send right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto to the mound, who boasts a 1-0 record with a 2.70 ERA. He will face the Phillies' left-hander Jesus Luzardo, who also holds a 1-0 record but has a higher ERA of 3.60. With both pitchers in solid form, fans can expect a thrilling game.
Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Rays, currently 4-2, will take on the Texas Rangers, who stand at 5-2. This matchup is set to begin at 8:05 p.m. ET (7:05 p.m. CT). The Rays are coming off a tough loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates, where they fell 4-2, but they have shown resilience in their early series. The Rangers, on the other hand, have been impressive with the eighth-best team ERA in the majors at 2.90, thanks to back-to-back shutout victories over the Cincinnati Reds.
Both games will be available for viewing on Apple TV+, which offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers. After the trial period, a subscription costs $9.99 per month, making it a convenient option for fans wanting to catch live sports.
In addition to MLB action, soccer fans can look forward to the Seattle Sounders visiting San Diego FC on Saturday, April 5, 2025. This match will kick off at 7:30 p.m. PT at Snapdragon Stadium. Fans can catch the game on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, which is available for streaming worldwide with no blackouts or restrictions.
The Sounders' match will be broadcast in English by Josh Eastern and Jamie Watson, while the Spanish commentary will be provided by Jesus Acosta and Carlos Suarez. Local radio broadcasts will also be available, with the English coverage airing on 950 KJR AM and the Spanish coverage on El Rey 1360AM.
For those looking to watch the match at a local venue, more than 300,000 commercial locations across the United States will have access to MLS Season Pass through DIRECTV for BUSINESS. Fans can use the DIRECTV Sports Bar Finder app to locate nearby bars and restaurants showing the game.
As the sports world continues to buzz with excitement, both the MLB and MLS are providing fans with plenty of opportunities to engage with their favorite teams. Whether watching the Dodgers and Phillies battle it out or cheering for the Sounders in San Diego, April promises to be a thrilling month for sports enthusiasts.
