How to Watch Upcoming Pittsburgh Pirates Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: May 11, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Pittsburgh Pirates this 2026 MLB season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Pittsburgh enter this stretch at 22-19 (4th in NL Cent). They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with COL @ PIT on May 12, 2026. Below, for each game we break down exactly which network is carrying it, which streaming services include that network, and — importantly — which of those services offer a free trial so you can watch without spending a dime.
How to Watch Colorado Rockies vs Pittsburgh Pirates on May 12, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV and Rockies.TV.
How to Watch Colorado Rockies vs Pittsburgh Pirates on May 13, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV and Rockies.TV.
How to Watch Colorado Rockies vs Pittsburgh Pirates on May 14, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV and Rockies.TV.
How to Watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates on May 15, 2026
You can watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates on May 16, 2026
You can watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates on May 17, 2026
You can watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Pittsburgh Pirates for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Pittsburgh Pirates vs St. Louis Cardinals on May 19, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV and Cardinals.TV.
How to Watch Pittsburgh Pirates vs St. Louis Cardinals on May 20, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV and Cardinals.TV.
How to Watch Pittsburgh Pirates vs St. Louis Cardinals on May 21, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on ESPN+, MLB.TV, and Cardinals.TV.
How to Watch Pittsburgh Pirates vs Toronto Blue Jays on May 22, 2026
This game isn’t available for free, but you can watch it on MLB.TV and Sportsnet NOW.
Recent Pittsburgh Pirates Games & Where They Aired
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May 10
Pittsburgh Pirates @ San Francisco Giants 6-7 Aired on: ESPN Unlmtd, MLB.TV, NBC Sports BA -
May 9
Pittsburgh Pirates @ San Francisco Giants 13-3 Aired on: MLB.TV, NBC Sports BA -
May 8
Pittsburgh Pirates @ San Francisco Giants 2-5 Aired on: MLB.TV, NBC Sports BA, KNTV -
May 7
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2 Aired on: MLB.TV, DBACKS.TV -
May 6
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0 Aired on: MLB.TV, DBACKS.TV -
May 5
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Arizona Diamondbacks 0-9 Aired on: MLB.TV, DBACKS.TV -
May 3
Cincinnati Reds @ Pittsburgh Pirates 0-1 Aired on: MLB.TV, Reds.TV -
May 2
Cincinnati Reds @ Pittsburgh Pirates 7-17 Aired on: MLB.TV, FS1, Reds.TV -
May 1
Cincinnati Reds @ Pittsburgh Pirates 1-9 Aired on: Apple TV -
Apr 30
St. Louis Cardinals @ Pittsburgh Pirates 10-5 Aired on: MLB.TV, Cardinals.TV
Streaming Services That Carry Pittsburgh Pirates Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| DirecTV Stream | $86.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| MLB.TV | $24.99/mo | No |
| Rockies.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
| Cardinals.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
| ESPN+ | $11.99/mo | No |
| Sportsnet NOW | $14.99/mo | No |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Pittsburgh Pirates Game?
To cover every network carrying Pittsburgh Pirates games this season, you'd need 1 service:
But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:
YouTube TV — free for 7 days
DirecTV Stream — free for 5 days
That means you can watch Pittsburgh Pirates for 19 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Pittsburgh Pirates (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Pittsburgh Pirates game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $73.99/mo:
- Fubo — $73.99/mo
Last updated: May 11, 2026