MLB Tokyo Series 2025: How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs. L.A. Dodgers Online With Sling TV
Livestream the first MLB game of the season on Tuesday (Mar. 18).

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Major League Baseball travels to the Land of the Rising Sun this for a two-game series featuring the Chicago Cubs (with Japanese players Suzuki Seiya and Imanaga Shōta) and the Los Angeles Dodgers (with Yamamoto Yoshinobu and Shōhei Ohtani).
The MLB Tokyo Series: Chicago Cubs vs. L.A. Dodgers takes place at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan, on Tuesday (March 18) and Wednesday (March 19).
When Does MLB Tokyo Series Start?
Game 1 of the MLB Tokyo Series broadcasts live, with a start time of 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT, while Game 2 starts at the same time of 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT on the following day.
Where to Watch MLB Tokyo Series Online
The MLB Tokyo Series airs on Fox for Game 1 and Fox Sports for Game 2. Both games will also be available to livestream on Sling Blue. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the Cubs-Dodgers game online with Sling.
How to Watch MLB Tokyo Series with Sling TV
A subscription to Sling Blue — which comes with Fox and Fox Sports — gets you access to live TV from local and cable channels, starting at $25.50 for the first month of service and $50.99 per month afterwards.
You can watch local networks like ABC and NBC, while you can also watch many cable networks, including FX, Lifetime, Fox News, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, Cartoon Network, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, MSNBC and many others.
In addition, you can get a free month of AMC+ upon sign up. AMC+ is the home to original programming, like Gangs of London, Interview with the Vampire, Deadstream and more.
Please note: Prices and channel availability depends on your local TV market. You can learn more about Sling TV here.
What Is Shōhei Ohtani’s Walkup Song During MLB Tokyo Series?
During games, L.A. Dodgers designated-hitter Shōhei Ohtani typically walks up to the plate for an at-bat to the song “The Show Goes On” by Lupe Fiasco.
Starting at 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT for Game 1, the MLB Tokyo Series: Chicago Cubs vs. L.A. Dodgers airs on Fox on Tuesday (Mar. 18), Game 2 broadcasts on Fox Sports at at 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT on Wednesday (Mar. 19). Both games are available to livestream with Sling TV.
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