Boston Sports on TV Today
Boston is one of the most storied sports cities in North America, with four major professional franchises all competing at the highest level and one of the country's most passionate fan bases.
Boston Area Teams
Local Channels & Networks
Regional Sports Networks (RSNs)
- NESN
- NBC Sports Boston
Free Over-the-Air Channels
- WBZ-TV (CBS 4)
- WHDH (NBC 7)
- WFXT (FOX 25)
- WCVB (ABC 5)
NESN covers Red Sox and Bruins home games. NESN is available on NESN 360 (standalone app) and on FuboTV and DirecTV Stream in New England. NBC Sports Boston (Celtics) is available on Peacock and major streaming services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What channel are the Red Sox on in Boston?
Red Sox games air on NESN locally, with national games on ESPN and Fox. NESN is available on NESN 360, FuboTV, and DirecTV Stream in New England.
What channel are the Celtics on in Boston?
Celtics games air on NBC Sports Boston locally, with national games on ESPN, TNT, and ABC. NBC Sports Boston is available on Peacock and most major streaming services.
What channel are the Bruins on in Boston?
Bruins games air on NESN locally. National games are on ESPN and TNT. NESN is available on FuboTV, DirecTV Stream, and the NESN 360 app.
Can I watch Patriots games in Boston for free?
Yes. Patriots games air on CBS, FOX, NBC, or ESPN, all available free over the air with a TV antenna in the Boston area.