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The performance of Korean players in Major League Baseball (MLB) is hotter than ever. From San Francisco's Lee Jung-hoo and San Diego's Kim Ha-seong to the newly joined Kim Hye-seong! We are sharing the official routes and tips for watching their games live in Korea.
1. Official MLB broadcaster in Korea: SPOTV
SPOTV currently holds the broadcasting rights for MLB in Korea . It is available for viewing on the TV channel SPOTV Prime and the online OTT platform SPOTV NOW .
SPOTV NOW: This is an essential app for watching on smartphones and PCs. Most matches featuring Korean players are supported with Korean commentary, while other major matches are broadcast with local English commentary.
2. Information on Viewing Rate Plans
SPOTV NOW operates with two pricing plans.
Premium: Highest picture quality (1080P) and Smart TV app support.
Basic: High-definition viewing is available, but it is mobile/PC exclusive and some features are limited. Since MLB games are usually in the morning Korean time, the Basic plan is sufficient if you frequently watch on your mobile device during your commute.
3. MLB.TV Fastball, What Are the Pros and Cons?
If you are a true baseball enthusiast, you might consider subscribing to MLB.TV, the official MLB app.
Advantages: You can watch matches of all 30 teams, and data analysis figures are displayed on the screen in real time.
Disadvantages: The price is somewhat expensive (around $150 per year), and Korean commentary is not supported. Please be aware that specific region restrictions (Blackout) may apply.
4. Is there a way to watch for free?
In the past, major matches were broadcast on terrestrial channels such as MBC, but the landscape has now shifted to focus on paid platforms. However, since Naver Sports and Daum Sports offer free "text commentary" and "highlight videos," it is recommended to utilize these services when live viewing is difficult. Black TV