Four teams remain in the MLB American League playoffs, and their next two rounds will decide who reaches the World Series. For fans watching on Fubo, there’s a major gap ahead: Fubo doesn’t carry the 2026 American League Division Series (ALDS) or American League Championship Series (ALCS). DIRECTV has every game with an eligible package.
Both rounds air on TBS with simulcasts on truTV, neither of which is available in Fubo’s channel lineup. DIRECTV carries both networks, so fans can follow the action from the Division Series openers through the game that clinches the American League pennant.
Below, find the remaining American League playoff schedule, confirmed game times and how to watch on TV or stream with DIRECTV.
How to watch the 2026 American League playoffs
TBS and truTV carry every ALDS and ALCS game. For fans who want to stream, the DIRECTV MySports® Genre Pack® includes both channels. Sign in to the DIRECTV app on a compatible device and tune to either network at game time. DIRECTV’s CHOICE Package and higher-tier Signature packages also include coverage.
Already have DIRECTV? Check your package for TBS or truTV before the next game. Still comparing options? Explore DIRECTV’s MLB viewing options to find a plan for the postseason.
Which American League teams are still in the playoffs?
The Division Series matchups are set:
Chicago and New York advanced from the Wild Card round, eliminating the Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox, respectively.
Each ALDS matchup is a best-of-five series. The winners meet in the best-of-seven ALCS, where four wins secure the American League pennant and a World Series berth.
2026 American League Division Series schedule
The ALDS opens Saturday, Oct. 3, with White Sox at Guardians at 1 p.m. ET, followed by Yankees at Rays at 6:30 p.m. ET. Both series could extend through Oct. 10 if a deciding fifth game is needed.
Schedule updated Oct. 1, 2026. All times Eastern. TBD indicates a time that has not been announced. Every game below also streams on HBO Max with a qualifying subscription.
| Date | Game | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV networks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, Oct. 7 | Game 3 | Guardians at White Sox | 4 p.m. | TBS, truTV |
| Wednesday, Oct. 7 | Game 3 | Rays at Yankees | 8 p.m. | TBS, truTV |
| Thursday, Oct. 8 | Game 4* | Guardians at White Sox | 5 p.m.* | TBS, truTV |
| Thursday, Oct. 8 | Game 4* | Rays at Yankees | 8 p.m.* | TBS, truTV |
| Saturday, Oct. 10 | Game 5* | White Sox at Guardians | 5 p.m.* | TBS, truTV |
| Saturday, Oct. 10 | Game 5* | Yankees at Rays | 8 p.m.* | TBS, truTV |
*If necessary. If only one ALDS Game 4 or Game 5 is played on its scheduled date, it will begin at 8 p.m. ET. Dates, times and broadcast assignments are subject to change.
Looking for today’s first pitch? Check our guide to MLB games on TV today for the latest matchups and viewing information.
2026 American League Championship Series schedule
The ALCS begins Monday, Oct. 12, with the White Sox–Guardians winner facing the Yankees–Rays winner. The series could run through Tuesday, Oct. 20, with Games 5, 6 and 7 played only if necessary.
All times Eastern. The participating teams and game times remain TBD. Every game airs on TBS and truTV and streams on HBO Max with a qualifying subscription.
|
Date |
Game |
Matchup |
Time (ET) |
TV networks |
|
Monday, Oct. 12 |
Game 1 |
ALDS winners — TBD |
TBD |
TBS, truTV |
|
Tuesday, Oct. 13 |
Game 2 |
ALDS winners — TBD |
TBD |
TBS, truTV |
|
Thursday, Oct. 15 |
Game 3 |
ALDS winners — TBD |
TBD |
TBS, truTV |
|
Friday, Oct. 16 |
Game 4 |
ALDS winners — TBD |
TBD |
TBS, truTV |
|
Saturday, Oct. 17 |
Game 5* |
ALDS winners — TBD |
TBD |
TBS, truTV |
|
Monday, Oct. 19 |
Game 6* |
ALDS winners — TBD |
TBD |
TBS, truTV |
|
Tuesday, Oct. 20 |
Game 7* |
ALDS winners — TBD |
TBD |
TBS, truTV |
*If necessary. Dates, times and broadcast assignments are subject to change.
Follow the American League playoffs with DIRECTV
With both remaining American League rounds on TBS and truTV, DIRECTV customers with those channels can follow every game through the pennant-clinching out. Choose MySports for a streaming lineup that includes both networks, or explore more ways to watch MLB with DIRECTV.
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