For the 2026 season, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ Opening Day game against the Arizona Diamondbacks is scheduled to air nationally on NBC, with a simultaneous stream on Peacock at 8:30 p.m. ET.

Quick Scoop: What channel is Dodgers Opening Day on?

TV channel

  • The 2026 Dodgers Opening Day matchup vs. the Diamondbacks is slated for a national broadcast on NBC.
  • This is part of MLB’s newer media rights setup, where NBC carries select high-profile games, including Opening Day.

Streaming options

  • The same Dodgers Opening Day game will stream live on Peacock , NBC’s streaming platform, at the same time as the TV broadcast.
  • If you are in the Dodgers’ market and miss this national broadcast, most other regular-season Dodgers games will still appear on Spectrum SportsNet LA or via SNLA+ (MLB app subscription), but Opening Day itself is on NBC/Peacock.

Time and basic schedule context

  • First pitch for Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks on Opening Day 2026 is listed at 8:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. PT).
  • It is one of two nationally televised Opening Day games on NBC/Peacock, alongside Mets vs. Pirates earlier in the day.

Mini FAQ

  1. Do I need cable to watch?
    • No, you can watch via an over-the-air NBC affiliate with an antenna (if available in your area) or stream on Peacock with a subscription.
  1. Is SportsNet LA showing Opening Day 2026?
    • The Opening Day broadcast itself is slated for NBC/Peacock; SportsNet LA and SNLA+ carry “most in-market games” but not this national Opening Day telecast.
  1. What if I’m out of market?
    • The national NBC broadcast and Peacock stream should be available regardless of market, subject to your local NBC station and Peacock availability.

TL;DR:
Dodgers Opening Day 2026 vs. the Diamondbacks is on NBC on TV and Peacock for streaming at 8:30 p.m. ET.

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