Free Yankees-Guardians live stream: How to watch MLB playoffs Game 1, TV, schedule

The No. 1 New York Yankees play the No. 2 Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the MLB playoff series tonight. The showdown will begin at 6:30pm CT on TBS. Fans can watch this game online for free using the free trial offered by DirecTV Stream. Alternatively, Sling offers a first month discount for new users.

The Yankees have won their first postseason series in four games and enter this matchup on a two-game winning streak.

The New York team played incredible defense in the playoffs. The team has allowed just five total runs over the last three games, so their pitching staff is playing with a lot of confidence. Carlos Rodon is scheduled to start for New York tonight and finished the regular season with a 16-9 record. However, he has given up four runs in his first postseason start this year, so he will look to bounce back tonight.

The Guardians managed to overcome a 2-1 series deficit last week by winning back-to-back elimination games to keep their season alive. In their most recent game, Cleveland defeated Detroit 7-3. Notably, Cleveland center fielder Lane Thomas hit a grand slam in the fifth inning, which helped Cleveland secure the victory.

Fans can watch this game online for free using the free trial offered by DirecTV Stream. Alternatively, Sling offers a first month discount for new users.