DIRECTV Channels in Regional Sports Networks
DIRECTV in Regional Sports Networks carries 34 sports channels including NHL Network Alternate on channel 215, NESN on channel 628, and NBC Sports Boston on channel 630, part of a 50-channel lineup. All channels broadcast in HD.
This view shows the DIRECTV Streaming over Internet lineup. Channel availability and numbers can differ from Satellite. View Satellite .
What you need to watch these channels
These channels are not available to every DIRECTV customer. What you can watch depends on your location and your subscription.
- Your ZIP code. Regional sports channels are only available in their local TV market. For example, NBC Sports Bay Area is generally for DIRECTV customers in northern California.
- Your subscription. Channels labeled "Sports package," such as MLB Extra Innings, NHL Center Ice, and NBA League Pass, require a separate paid add-on. They are not included with regular DIRECTV packages.
- Blackout rules. Even when you have the right channel or add-on, some games may still be blacked out because of league or local broadcast rules.
DIRECTV channel ranges
| Service | Channel range |
|---|---|
| Local broadcast channels (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, PBS) | 2–69, varies by ZIP |
| DIRECTV News Mix | 71, 200 |
| DIRECTV 4K Live | 105–106 |
DIRECTV local channels usually appear in the 2-69 range, but exact ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, PBS, and independent station numbers vary by ZIP code. Numbers and availability vary by region and equipment.
DIRECTV lineup notes
- 3
- Channel not available on SignalSaver
- 4
- In certain ZIP codes, SportsNet Pittsburgh is only available to customers with ULTIMATE Package and above
DIRECTV Sports Pack channels
DIRECTV sells its TV packages in four sizes. From smallest to largest, they are Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate, and Premier. Sports Pack is a paid add-on you can put on top of any of them.
The pack does two things. It unlocks national sports channels your package doesn't already include (the table below shows exactly which ones, package by package), and for Choice and Ultimate customers it also adds the out-of-market regional sports networks listed at the end of this section. Premier customers don't need the pack for any of this; it's already included.
The short version of the table: the bigger your package, the fewer channels you need the pack for. Availability is the same whether you get DIRECTV through a satellite dish or through your internet connection, apart from a few channels marked "Streaming only" below.
Sports programming by package
| Channel | Number | Entertainment | Choice | Ultimate | Premier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC Network | 612 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| Big Ten Network | 610 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| CBS Sports Network | 221 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included | Included |
| College Sports Mix Streaming only | 614/923 | – | Included | Included | Included |
| ESPNEWS | 207 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| ESPNU | 208 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| FanDuel TV HD only on satellite | 602 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| FS2 | 618 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included | Included |
| GOLF Channel | 218 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| MLB Network | 213 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| MLB Strike Zone | 719 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included |
| NBA TV | 216 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| Next Level Sports HD only on satellite | 623 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included |
| NFL Network | 212 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| NFL RedZone | 211 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included |
| NHL Network | 215 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included | Included |
| Outdoor Channel | 606 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included |
| SEC Network | 611 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| Sportsman Channel | 605 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included | Included |
| Sports Mix Streaming only | 205/920 | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Sports Mix 2 Streaming only | 205/922 | – | Included | Included | Included |
| Tennis Channel | 217 | Sports Pack | Included | Included | Included |
| TUDN | 464 | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Willow HD | 625 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included |
| Willow 2 Occasional channel on satellite | 626 | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Sports Pack | Included |
"Sports Pack" means the channel becomes available on that package when Sports Pack is added. "Included" means the package carries it without the add-on. A dash means the channel is not offered on that package. Channels marked streaming only appear in the streaming-over-internet lineup; satellite customers get DIRECTV HD SportsMix on the main lineup instead of the Sports Mix feeds.
Out-of-market regional sports networks
These 31 regional sports networks make up the out-of-market half of the pack: channels that carry teams from other parts of the country, not your local market. The rule is the same for every network in the list and identical on satellite and streaming. Choice and Ultimate customers get them by adding Sports Pack, and Premier includes them without the add-on. If you have the Entertainment package, Sports Pack adds the national channels above but not these regional networks; for those you'd need Choice or higher. Your own local team's network works differently and is based on your ZIP code, as shown in the lineup table at the top of this page.
- Altitude Sports 681
- Chicago Sports Network 665
- FanDuel Sports Cincinnati 661
- FanDuel Sports Detroit 663
- FanDuel Sports Florida 654
- FanDuel Sports Midwest 671
- FanDuel Sports North 668
- FanDuel Sports Ohio 660
- FanDuel Sports Oklahoma 675
- FanDuel Sports SoCal 693
- FanDuel Sports South 646
- FanDuel Sports Southeast 649
- FanDuel Sports Southwest 676
- FanDuel Sports Sun 653
- FanDuel Sports West 692
- FanDuel Sports Wisconsin 669
- Marquee Sports Network 664
- MASN 640
- Monumental Sports Network 642
- MSG 634
- MSG SportsNet 635
- NBC Sports Bay Area 696
- NBC Sports Boston 630
- NBC Sports California 698
- NESN 628
- SNY 639
- Space City Home Network 674
- Spectrum SportsNet 691
- Spectrum SportsNet Los Angeles 690
- SportsNet Pittsburgh 659
- YES Network† 631
† YES Network is available as a local Regional Sports Network package in CT, NY and parts of NJ and PA as determined by ZIP code.
Sports Pack is an add-on for customers with Genie/Gemini devices. Blackout restrictions apply to all sports programming. Lineups effective 4/24/2026.
How DIRECTV regional sports channels work
Regional sports networks vs league sports packages
A regional sports network usually carries games for teams in its local TV market. For example, YES Network is associated with Yankees coverage, NESN with Red Sox coverage, and Spectrum SportsNet LA with Dodgers coverage. League sports packages are different. MLB Extra Innings, NHL Center Ice, and NBA League Pass are separate paid add-ons for watching extra out-of-market games. They do not replace your local regional sports network, and games can still be blacked out.
How to check your availability
The safest way to confirm access is to check the channel guide on your DIRECTV receiver or account using your ZIP code. If you are comparing plans before subscribing, check availability for your address on DIRECTV instead of relying only on a national channel number list.
Common team and network searches
These examples help you know which network name to search for. Availability still depends on your ZIP code, package, and blackout rules.
- Yankees — YES Network
- Red Sox — NESN
- Dodgers — Spectrum SportsNet LA
- Mets — SportsNet New York
Common questions
Do all DIRECTV customers get every regional sports network?
No. Regional sports networks are based on your ZIP code and your local TV market. A channel can appear in the national DIRECTV list but still not be available at your address.
Why can I see a channel number but not watch the game?
The channel may be outside your market, the game may be blacked out by league rules, or the channel may require a separate sports package.
What is the difference between a regional sports network and MLB Extra Innings?
A regional sports network usually carries local-market team coverage. MLB Extra Innings is a paid add-on for extra out-of-market MLB games. NHL Center Ice and NBA League Pass work the same way for hockey and basketball.
Can I choose a regional sports network from another city?
Usually no. Regional sports networks are tied to your service address and the sports market rules set by the leagues.
Are these channels always available on the DIRECTV app?
Not always. Some channels or games may have app restrictions. Check the channel footnotes on this page and your DIRECTV account for current details.
DIRECTV Channels by Category
All DIRECTV Sports Channels (34)
- NHL Network Alternate - Ch 215
- NESN - Ch 628
- NBC Sports Boston - Ch 630
- YES Network - Ch 631
- MSG - Ch 634
- MSG SportsNet - Ch 635
- SportsNet New York (SNY) - Ch 639
- MASN - Mid Atlantic Sports Network - Ch 640
- Monumental Sports Network - Ch 642
- BravesVision - Ch 645
- FanDuel Sports Network South - Ch 646
- FanDuel Sports Network Southeast - Ch 649
- FanDuel Sports Network Sun - Ch 653
- FanDuel Sports Network Florida - Ch 654
- SportsNet Pittsburgh - Ch 659
- FanDuel Sports Ohio - Ch 660
- FanDuel Sports Cincinnati - Ch 661
- Detroit SportsNet - Ch 663
- FanDuel Sports Network Detroit - Ch 663
- Marquee Sports Network - Ch 664
- Chicago Sports Network - Ch 665
- FanDuel Sports Network North - Ch 668
- FanDuel Sports Wisconsin - Ch 669
- FanDuel Sports Network Midwest - Ch 671
- Space City Home Network - Ch 674
- FanDuel Sports Network Oklahoma - Ch 675
- FanDuel Sports Southwest - Ch 676
- Altitude Sports - Ch 681
- Spectrum SportsNet LA - Ch 690
- Spectrum SportsNet - Ch 691
- FanDuel Sports Network West - Ch 692
- FanDuel Sports Network SoCal - Ch 693
- NBC Sports Bay Area - Ch 696
- NBC Sports California - Ch 698
All DIRECTV Sports-package Channels (16)
- Washington Nationals: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 641
- Tampa Bay Rays: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 652
- Tampa Bay Lightning: NHL Center Ice - Ch 653
- Miami Marlins: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 655
- Cincinnati Reds: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 661
- Cleveland Guardians: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 662
- Minnesota Twins: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 668
- Milwaukee Brewers: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 670
- Kansas City Royals: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 671
- St. Louis Cardinals: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 672
- NBA New Orleans Pelicans - Ch 676
- Texas Rangers: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 677
- Colorado Rockies: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 683
- Arizona Diamondbacks: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 686
- Seattle Mariners: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 687
- San Diego Padres: MLB Extra Innings - Ch 694