The year 2023 has brought multiple streaming services that offer the sports that die-hard sports fans desire. Since there is a lot to choose from, we have provided details of costs, leagues, and the number and type of channels offered by some top sports streaming services in this blog.

 

Are you a sports freak and want to know which streaming service offers the best package and channels for you to watch your favorite sports? 

 

Then this blog is for you! Compare the number of channels along with the costs of each sports streaming service to choose one for yourself. 

 

Let’s get started…

 

 

Top Sports Streaming Services

 

• YouTube TV: Best for major national sports
• fuboTV: Most sports coverage
• Sling TV: Most economical option
• Hulu + Live TV: Best for combining entertainment and sports
• DIRECTV STREAM: Best for HBO fans

 

Comparison between the Top Sports Streaming Services:

 

 

 

Provider	Monthly Price	Number of  Channels	Learn More
Fubo TV	$59.99 - $79.99	230 +	View Plans
DirecTV stream	$69.99 - $149.99	150 +	View Plans
YouTube TV	$64.99 - $124.86	100 +	View Plans
Sling TV	$40 - $55	47	View Plans
Hulu TV	$69.99 - $75.99	75 +	View Plans

Which Internet Providers are Best for Streaming?

 

You wouldn’t want to stream your sports channels with a lag, would you? Therefore, we suggest you the following internet providers to help you stream your favorite sports smoothly: 

• Spectrum
• Xfinity
• CenturyLink
• AT&T

 

 

DIRECTV STREAM

 

 

Carries, ABC, Fox, CBS, ESPN, NBC, FS1, TBS, TNT, and most league channels and RSNs

 

DirecTV stream has the most RSNs (Regional Sports Network) and has the most in-store for sports fanatics, so it is the priciest of all other sports streaming services. Although the package starts from $70 per month that includes TNT, FS1, TBS, and ESPM, you would have to choose a $90 per month choice plan to get any RSN or league channels such as NBA TV and the Big Ten network. 

 

 

Leagues available: NBA, MLB, NHL, NFL, MLS, La Liga, Europa League, golf, Champions League, college sports, plus some regional sports.

 

 

Cost: Starts at $70/month.

 

 

ESPN Plus

 

 

Offers NHL and MLS, UFC pay-per-view events, global soccer, MLB baseball games,  golf, tennis

 

This streaming service is great for casual sports enthusiasts. It shows games such as MLS soccer games, NHL hockey, and some other out-of-market games. It has also invested in global soccer. ESPN+ does not offer any live NFL football games or NBA basketball; however, it does show the US Open and Wimbledon.

 

Furthermore, ESPN+ also airs some exclusive shows, such as Peyton’s Places. Moreover, as an added incentive, you get access to all online reporting and articles by subscribing to its services.

 

 

Leagues available: NHL, MLS, college football and basketball,  international soccer leagues like Bundesliga and La Liga, lacrosse, several cricket leagues

 

 

Cost: $7/month or $70/year.

 

 

FuboTV

 

 

Carries ESPN, FS1, FS2, 12 RSNs, and most league channels and local networks

 

FuboTV is offering 12 RSNs at the moment. It offers ESPN but not TNT and TBS, which might be a problem for some sports fans. FuboTV also offers local networks such as NBC, ABC, CBS, FS1/2, the Golf Channel, the Big 10, and BeIn Sports.

 

Moreover, to get the Fubo Extra Package, you need to pay an extra $7 per month. Or you can pay $80 a month to get the Elite streaming tier that includes Fubo Extra for the NBA, NHL, MLB, PAC 12, SEC, and Tennis channels.

 

Leagues available: NFL, NHL,  NBA, MLB, college football and basketball, WWE, golf, NASCAR, MLS Brasileirão Serie A, Liga MX, Premier League, and a lot more. 

 

Cost: $70/month.

 

 

Hulu Plus Live TV

 

 

Carries ESPN,NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox, 4 RSNs, FS1, FS2, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, and comes with an ESPN+ subscription

 

Hulu Plus Live TV offers fascinating content for sports fans. However, this service does not provide many league-owned channels, but it does come with an ESPN+ subscription. 

 

It has 4 RSNs and major networks such as TBS, ESPN, FS1/2, and TNT. In addition, the added benefit of the Disney bundle makes Hulu Plus Live TV more appealing than other available sports streaming services. Therefore, Hulu Plus Live TV is a great option for sports die-hard fans and Disney lovers who share a house or are part of one family.

 

 

Leagues available: NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NCAA, MLS, EPL,  NASCAR, WWE, and UFC; major tournaments in the WNBA, golf, tennis, and more, per Hulu.

 

 

Cost: $70/month ($76 for no ads).

 

 

YouTube TV

 

 

Carries ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC, ESPN, FS1, FS2, TBS, TNT, 4 RSNs, and most league channels

 

YouTube offers 4 RSNs and ESPN, TNT, TBS, FS1, FS2, and other major national networks. The standard package includes most league channels except the NHL Network. 

 

It also offers a Sports Plus Package, but it does not have more than NFL Red Zone and BeIn. 

 

Moreover, You can enter your area’s ZIP code on YouTube TV and check which RSNs and local networks are available in your area.

 

 

Leagues available: NFL, MLB, WNBA, NHL, NBA, NCAA, Premier League, FIFA World Cup, Liga MX, golf, tennis 

 

 

Cost: $65/month

 

 

Peacock Premium

 

 

Sunday Night Football, Premier League soccer,  the Olympics, WWE, Indy Car, golf

 

Peacock is owned by NBC and offers live sports along with on-demand entertainment. The $5 per month tier gives you access to the Olympics, English Premier League soccer, Sunday Night Football, PGA golf tournaments, Indy Car races, and WWE events.

 

In addition, peacock premium also airs a few sports such as figure skating, rugby, cycling, and track and field. Sunday Night Football is also offered during the season; however, this platform is best suited for wrestling and soccer fans for most of the year.

 

 

Leagues available: NFL (including the Super Bowl), the Olympics (in full), MLB (on Sundays), WWE, IndyCar racing, rugby, Premier League, cycling, and more.

 

 

Cost: $5/month or $50/year.

 

 

Sling TV

 

 

Carries FS1, ESPN, TBS, and some national networks

 

The Sling TV Packages are great for some casual sports fans. It has got some great national broadcasts to offer. Sling TV’s Orange plan consists of ESPN, and the Blue plan has NFL network and FS1.

 

Although both the plans offer TBS, they do not offer ABC, which some fans may not like.

 

 

Leagues available: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Premier League, Ligue 1, Liga MX, golf, tennis, college football and basketball, and more, depending on the plan or add-ons you opt into.

 

 

Cost: Starts at $35/month along with several options of add-ons. 

 

 

Conclusion 

 

Sports fans need the best streaming service to enjoy streaming their favorite sports. There are numerous sports streaming services available in 2023; however, we chose the top ones to help you select the best among them. If we talk about fuboTV, it is built having sports fanatics in mind, as it offers the most sports-oriented channels.

 

However, if you already have a live TV plan, we suggest you subscribe to ESPN plus, as it has a wide range of league coverage. Moreover, if you are looking for an inexpensive blend of entertainment and sports, Peacock suits you the best.

 

FAQs

 

 

Although, Legally, you cannot stream live sports for free; however, you can benefit from the free trials offered by live TV streaming services such as YouTube TV, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and DIRECTV STREAM.

 

Sling TV is the cheapest option to watch live sports; however, while paying $35 per month, you will only get 3,4 channels to stream sports.

 

YouTube TV is considered better when compared to Hulu Live for watching sports. Moreover, the number of channels offered by both these streaming services is the same; however, you have to decide which channels you like most.

 

What streaming service has the best sports package?

 

DirecTV stream, Hulu Plus Live TV, Fubo TV and YouTube Tv  are few of the streaming services that are considered as best when it comes to sports packages.

 

Does Amazon Prime have a sports package?

 

Yes, Amazon Prime provides us the platform known as  Sports Talk that allows us to watch hundreds of different games show live compliments.