Minnesota Twins Finalize 2025 Broadcast Deal: How to Watch Twins.TV

The Minnesota Twins joined several other MLB teams by moving away from their regional sports network partner (FanDuel Sports Network) to launch their own branded broadcast, Twins.TV, produced in partnership with MLB. This hybrid approach aims to serve both traditional cable subscribers and the growing number of cord-cutting fans.

While the direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming option launched in February, negotiations with cable carriers went down to the wire, mirroring similar situations for the Padres, Rockies, and Diamondbacks in 2024. The successful conclusion brings Twins games back to major distributors like Xfinity and DirecTV, though some smaller providers or specific channel tiers might require premium packages.

The shift sacrifices guaranteed annual payouts from the old model for potentially wider reach. However, the success of the DTC model remains to be seen; the Padres reportedly gained only 40,000 DTC subscribers last year. This dual strategy also acknowledges the reality in much of Twins Territory, where rural areas often lack reliable high-speed broadband, making cable a necessity. Delays or changes in federal broadband expansion programs (like BEAD) could impact the speed at which fans can fully transition to streaming, making these cable deals crucial short-to-medium term bridges.

Twins.TV broadcasts, led by familiar voices like Cory Provus and Justin Morneau, promise enhancements like Ump Cam, Wire Cam, and potential live look-ins at minor league games.

How can I find the Twins.TV channel on my cable provider?

Check the official channel finder at twins.com/watch?ref=yanuki.com or look for channels like Xfinity/Comcast (1261), DirecTV (668-3 or 668), Spectrum (428/468/319 WI), Midco (638).

What are the direct streaming options and costs?

You can subscribe at Twins.TV?ref=yanuki.com for $99.99/year or $19.99/month. There's also a bundle with MLB.TV (all out-of-market games) for $199.99/year.

Are games blacked out on the Twins.TV streaming service?

No, locally distributed Twins games streamed via the Twins.TV subscription are *not* subject to local blackouts within the designated Twins Territory.

This new model offers more access, but comes at a direct cost for streamers. Do you think this hybrid cable/streaming approach is the future for regional sports broadcasts? Let us know!

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