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3/17/2025

MLB Tokyo Series 2025: How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs. L.A. Dodgers Online With Sling TV

Livestream the first MLB game of the season on Tuesday (Mar. 18).

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Major League Baseball travels to the Land of the Rising Sun this for a two-game series featuring the Chicago Cubs (with Japanese players Suzuki Seiya and Imanaga Shōta) and the Los Angeles Dodgers (with Yamamoto Yoshinobu and Shōhei Ohtani).

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The MLB Tokyo Series: Chicago Cubs vs. L.A. Dodgers takes place at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan, on Tuesday (March 18) and Wednesday (March 19).

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When Does MLB Tokyo Series Start**?**

Game 1 of the MLB Tokyo Series broadcasts live, with a start time of 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT, while Game 2 starts at the same time of 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT on the following day.

Where to Watch MLB Tokyo Series Online

The MLB Tokyo Series airs on Fox for Game 1 and Fox Sports for Game 2. Both games will also be available to livestream on Sling Blue. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the Cubs-Dodgers game online with Sling.

How to Watch MLB Tokyo Series with Sling TV

A subscription to Sling Blue – which comes with Fox and Fox Sports — gets you access to live TV from local and cable channels, starting at $25.50 for the first month of service and $50.99 per month afterwards.

You can watch local networks like ABC and NBC, while you can also watch many cable networks, including FX, Lifetime, Fox News, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, Cartoon Network, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, MSNBC and many others.

In addition, you can get a free month of AMC+ upon sign up. AMC+ is the home to original programming, like Gangs of London, Interview with the Vampire, Deadstream and more.

Please note: Prices and channel availability depends on your local TV market. You can learn more about Sling TV here.

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What Is Shōhei Ohtani’s Walkup Song During MLB Tokyo Series?

During games, L.A. Dodgers designated-hitter Shōhei Ohtani typically walks up to the plate for an at-bat to the song “The Show Goes On” by Lupe Fiasco.

Starting at 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT for Game 1, the MLB Tokyo Series: Chicago Cubs vs. L.A. Dodgers airs on Fox on Tuesday (Mar. 18), Game 2 broadcasts on Fox Sports at at 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT on Wednesday (Mar. 19). Both games are available to livestream with Sling TV.

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