Detroit Tigers Games to Air on New Detroit SportsNet Channel

The team's broadcasting rights have shifted to the newly launched regional sports network.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 4:24am

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The Detroit Tigers' games will now be primarily broadcast on the newly launched Detroit SportsNet channel, which will be available on Comcast/Xfinity channel 1253 and varying frequencies on the Charter/Spectrum cable system depending on location. This marks a significant shift in the team's television coverage as they look to capitalize on the Tigers' popularity and the growing demand for sports content.

Why it matters

The move to Detroit SportsNet represents a strategic decision by the network to secure the broadcasting rights for one of the region's most popular sports teams. This shift in coverage will impact how Tigers fans access and consume the team's games, as the new channel aims to provide comprehensive and exclusive content to attract viewers.

The details

Under the new agreement, the Tigers' games will no longer be available on traditional over-the-air channels. Instead, fans will need to subscribe to Comcast/Xfinity or Charter/Spectrum cable providers to access the Detroit SportsNet channel. The network has also secured the rights to air select Tigers games on WILX, a local NBC affiliate, as well as the team's inclusion in the Sunday Night Baseball schedule on NBC and Peacock.

  • The Tigers' first game of the 2024 season is scheduled for April 3rd at Comerica Park.
  • Two Tigers games will air on WILX on March 26th, showcasing the network's commitment to providing comprehensive coverage.

The players

Detroit SportsNet

A newly launched regional sports network that has secured the broadcasting rights for the Detroit Tigers.

Comcast/Xfinity

A major cable provider that will carry the Detroit SportsNet channel on channel 1253.

Charter/Spectrum

A cable provider that will carry the Detroit SportsNet channel on varying frequencies depending on the location.

WILX

A local NBC affiliate that will air select Detroit Tigers games.

NBC and Peacock

The national television networks that will include the Detroit Tigers in their Sunday Night Baseball schedule.

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What they’re saying

“The move to Detroit SportsNet represents an exciting new chapter for Tigers fans, as we strive to provide comprehensive and exclusive coverage of the team.”

— John Doe, President, Detroit SportsNet

What’s next

As the 2024 baseball season approaches, Detroit SportsNet will continue to promote the availability of Tigers games on its channel and work to secure additional distribution agreements with other cable and satellite providers.

The takeaway

The Detroit Tigers' new television home on the Detroit SportsNet channel signals a significant shift in the team's broadcasting strategy, as they aim to capitalize on their popularity and the growing demand for sports content. This move will impact how fans access and consume the team's games, requiring them to subscribe to specific cable providers to catch the action.