It's MLB All Star Week: Here's how to watch the Home Run Derby, MLB All Star Game on Sling
Held this year at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga., MLB's Home Run Derby and All-Star Game kick off baseball fan's week strong.
Monday night's Home Run Derby features Matt Olson from the Braves as well as the Mariners' Cal Raleigh, who leads the eight-player field with 38 home runs this season.
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Then Tuesday's All-Star Game sees the American and National League's brightest stars compete for glory.
With the Home Run Derby airing on ESPN and the All-Star Game on FOX, many streamers are unable to watch both events. However, a subscription to Sling allows fans to tune in for both.
Below is how you can enjoy the Home Run Derby and MLB All-Star Game on Sling!
How to watch the MLB Home Run Derby
The MLB Home Run Derby airs on ESPN. A Sling Orange subscription plan carries ESPN, so Sling users can watch the action there.
How to watch the MLB All-Star Game
The MLB All-Star Game airs on FOX. A Sling Blue or Sling Orange + Sling Blue subscription plan carries FOX, so Sling users don't miss a minute of the action.
How to watch live sports with Sling
Sling Orange and Sling Blue get you plenty of access to live sports, but for the true sports fans out there check out the Sports Extra package. When paired with Sling Blue, the total cost of your first month would be just $31 and includes NFL Red Zone, Big Ten Network, Golf Channel, NBA TV, NHL Network, MLB Network, Tennis Channel and many more sports channels.
What's the difference between Sling Blue and Sling Orange?
When is the Home Run Derby?
The Home Run Derby is at 8 p.m. ET at Truist Park on Monday night, where eight hitters will go head-to-head for glory.
When is the MLB All-Star Game?
The MLB All-Star Game goes live at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday as American League takes on the National League for bragging rights at Truist Park.
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