Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 22, 2023
Cubs will open ‘Friday Night Baseball’ on Apple TV+
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The Cubs will host the Rangers on April 7 to open baseball’s second season on Apple TV+.CUPERTINO, Calif. — Apple TV+ will begin its second season of “Friday Night Baseball” on April 7. The Cubs will host the Texas Rangers in a day game, followed by the San Diego Padres facing the Atlanta Braves.
Apple will carry twin bills over 25 weeks with no local blackout restrictions. In a change from last year, when there were doubleheaders on the East and West coasts, both games will be going on simultaneously most weeks.
Fans in 60 countries will be able to access the games, which were available in only 12 last season. An Apple TV+ subscription is required, unlike last season.