Viewing guide
How to watch AUSL softball
Every Athletes Unlimited Softball League game is on TV or streaming — but the channel changes from game to game. This guide breaks down every network, every streaming option, and the fastest way to find tonight's broadcast.
The quick answer
AUSL games in 2026 air across the ESPN family of networks (ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPNU), CBS Sports Network and MLB Network, with Game One of the AUSL Championship on ABC. Select games also stream free on MLB.TV.
Don't want to dig through listings? The On Deck watch page lists every game with its network and a direct link to the stream — that's the fastest way to find where tonight's game is on.
Every channel that carries AUSL
Network TV
Game One of the AUSL Championship airs on ABC — free over the air.
Cable / streaming
Flagship ESPN windows, also in the ESPN app with a TV login.
Cable / streaming
Included with most TV packages and ESPN's streaming plans.
Cable / streaming
College-sports channel carrying select AUSL windows.
Cable / streaming
New AUSL broadcast partner for 2026.
Cable / streaming
Carries a set of marquee matchups each month.
Free streaming
Select AUSL games stream free on MLB.TV and MLB.com.
Streaming without cable
No cable package? You have options:
- ESPN app / ESPN streaming plans — games on ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPNU stream in the ESPN app, either with a TV provider login or through ESPN's own streaming subscription.
- Live-TV streaming services — services like fubo carry ESPN, ABC and CBS channels in one monthly package, no cable box required.
- MLB.TV — select AUSL games stream free on MLB.TV and MLB.com, no subscription needed for those windows.
Free ways to watch
Two genuinely free options exist. Game One of the AUSL Championship airs on ABC, which is free over the air with an antenna in most of the country. And select regular-season games stream free on MLB.TV and MLB.com — no account or subscription required for those games.
Finding tonight's game in 10 seconds
- Open the On Deck watch page or the schedule.
- Find today's matchup — every game shows its network badge.
- Tap the network badge to jump straight to that network's watch page.
Following a team? Turn on game alerts in settings and you'll get a notification when your team is about to play, with a link straight to where to watch.
Common questions
What channel are AUSL games on?
It changes game to game — ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, CBS Sports Network and MLB Network all carry windows, and the championship opener is on ABC. Check each game's listing rather than assuming one channel.
Is AUSL on ESPN+?
ESPN-family windows are available through ESPN's streaming options, including the ESPN app. But not every game is an ESPN game — some are on MLB Network, CBS Sports Network or MLB.TV.
Can I watch in Spanish?
Select AUSL games air on ESPN Deportes.
Where's the official broadcast list?
The league's own How To Watch page has the official broadcast window for every game.
Never miss first pitch
The On Deck watch page lists every game with its network and a direct stream link, updated all season.
On Deck AUSL is an independent fan site and is not affiliated with Athletes Unlimited. Broadcast windows reflect the league's announced TV package; a subscription or TV login may be required.