Apple and Major League Baseball have released the September schedule for Friday Night Baseball, locking in the final month of regular-season doubleheaders streaming live on Apple TV+ throughout the 2025 campaign.
The weekly broadcasts reach fans in 60 countries and regions with enhanced production quality, expert commentary, and no local broadcast restrictions, according to official league announcements. Coverage throughout September features high-stakes matchups carrying significant playoff implications as several of the sport’s most storied rivalries take center stage.
September Friday Night Baseball Schedule and Matchups
The September slate kicks off on Friday, September 5, with a pair of afternoon and evening contests. The Washington Nationals visit the Chicago Cubs for an early start at 2:20 p.m. ET (20:20 CET), followed by the Milwaukee Brewers squaring off against the Pittsburgh Pirates at 6:40 p.m. ET (0:40 CET on Saturday).
Action continues on Friday, September 12, highlighted by a historic American League East rivalry. Reigning MVP Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees travel to Fenway Park to face the Boston Red Sox at 7:10 p.m. ET (1:10 CET on Saturday). Later that evening, the Los Angeles Angels visit the Seattle Mariners with a 10:10 p.m. ET (4:10 CET on Saturday) first pitch.
On Friday, September 19, the schedule features a marquee National League showdown on the West Coast. Defending World Series champion Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers host the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium starting at 10:10 p.m. ET (4:10 CET on Saturday). Earlier that night, the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Kansas City Royals at 7:40 p.m. ET (1:40 CET on Saturday).
The regular-season streaming schedule concludes on Friday, September 26, with a makeup game between the Detroit Tigers and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET (1:10 CET on Saturday).
Production Teams and Broadcast Talent
Friday Night Baseball is produced by MLB Network’s Emmy Award-winning production team in partnership with Apple’s live sports production team, with presentation support from corporate sponsors Chevrolet and Essilor.
The weekly broadcast booth features play-by-play announcers Wayne Randazzo and Alex Faust, alongside game analysts Dontrelle Willis and Ryan Spilborghs. Sideline reporters Heidi Watney and Tricia Whitaker round out the field coverage, with specific game-by-game announcer pairings announced weekly. Live pregame studio and field coverage returns throughout the month, hosted by Siera Santos, Russell Dorsey, and Xavier Scruggs.
Subscription Access and Promotional Offers
Apple TV+ is available in the United States for $9.99 per month, backed by a seven-day free trial for new subscribers. Eligible customers purchasing and activating a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, or Mac can access a three-month free trial of the streaming service, subject to standard family sharing limits and automatic renewal terms outlined on the official Apple promotional portal.
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