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No—not generally. The regional channels formerly called Bally Sports are now branded FanDuel Sports Network, and they are not generally listed in YouTube TV’s lineup. YouTube TV does offer FanDuel TV in its Sports Plus add-on, but that is a different channel and does not replace the local network that carries a team’s regional broadcasts. Check availability for your ZIP code and team before subscribing.
What happened to Bally Sports?
On October 21, 2024, Bally Sports’ regional networks were rebranded as FanDuel Sports Network. The channels now use regional names such as FanDuel Sports Network Ohio or FanDuel Sports Network Detroit. Older articles, listings and app references may still say Bally Sports, Bally Sports+ or Bally Sports RSN.
The name change did not make the regional channels interchangeable with every other service that includes “FanDuel” in its name. What a viewer can watch depends on their location and the current rights for the team and sport.
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FanDuel TV is not FanDuel Sports Network
| Service or channel | What it is | Does it provide local former-Bally broadcasts? |
|---|---|---|
| FanDuel TV | A separate sports channel included in YouTube TV’s Sports Plus add-on, according to YouTube TV’s channel list. | Generally no. Its presence does not mean the local regional network is included. |
| FanDuel Sports Network | A group of regional sports networks that carries local team broadcasts where it holds the relevant rights. | Yes, for supported teams and markets, subject to regional rights and restrictions. |
| YouTube TV | A live-TV streaming service with a lineup that varies by location. | Only if the specific regional network is included in the viewer’s local lineup; do not assume it is. |
YouTube TV’s Sports Plus page lists FanDuel TV, not the regional FanDuel Sports Network channels. The cited page lists Sports Plus at $10.99 per month, but package details and pricing can change. Adding Sports Plus is therefore not a reliable way to get local games formerly shown on Bally Sports.
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How to check whether your team is available
Check the exact channel and team—not just whether a service advertises “sports” or “regional sports networks.”
- Check YouTube TV: Open its availability page and enter your home ZIP code. Review the local lineup for the exact FanDuel Sports Network channel and confirm that it carries your team. YouTube TV’s sports availability also depends on location and how a game is distributed; see its sports availability information.
- Check FanDuel Sports Network: Use the packages page to select your region, then confirm the specific team, available plan and price. FanDuel says direct streaming is available in supported areas and that available teams depend on regional rights; see its access information.
- Check restrictions before paying: Review blackout and local-rights rules, and make sure the service works on the TV or streaming device you plan to use. A subscription does not guarantee access to every game.
FanDuel’s plans and prices vary by region. Monthly, seasonal, annual or single-game options may be offered in some markets, but verify what is currently available for your location rather than relying on a price quoted for another market or season.
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If YouTube TV does not carry the local channel
- Subscribe directly to FanDuel Sports Network if the service offers your team in your area and its plan suits your viewing needs.
- Check Prime Video for a FanDuel Sports Network regional add-on in your market. Availability and pricing are market-specific; do not treat a reported price as a universal offer.
- Compare other live-TV providers, cable or satellite. Some may carry a particular regional network in particular packages and markets. Confirm the exact channel in the ZIP-specific lineup before signing up.
- Check the team or league’s viewing options for games or packages available under their current rights. These services may not include every local game.
YouTube TV can still be useful for national broadcasts and games shown on local broadcast affiliates. A team’s schedule may include games on national channels such as ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX or TNT, or on a local station. Those broadcasts can let you watch some games without the regional network, but they do not necessarily provide the team’s full local schedule. YouTube TV explains that availability depends on whether a game is carried nationally, locally or regionally, and that restrictions may apply.
Does a YouTube TV subscription unlock the FanDuel app?
Do not assume it does. YouTube TV credentials work for network apps only when the network supports YouTube TV sign-in and the channel is included in the applicable lineup. Check YouTube TV’s current list of networks that support TV Everywhere sign-in for the exact service. Seeing FanDuel TV in Sports Plus does not establish that a regional FanDuel Sports Network app will accept your YouTube TV login.
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Is YouTube TV worth it if you mainly watch a former Bally Sports team?
It is usually a poor fit if your main reason to subscribe is that team’s local regional broadcasts. YouTube TV may deliver national games, local affiliate broadcasts and a broad live-TV lineup, but that is not the same as carrying the team’s FanDuel Sports Network channel.
YouTube TV may make sense if you also want its wider mix of local channels, national sports, entertainment and other live-TV features. Its Sports Plan is a sports-focused option, but the “Sports” label does not guarantee that it includes the regional FanDuel Sports Network channel. Check the ZIP-specific lineup on the Sports Plan information page and YouTube TV’s plan details.
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If you need both national coverage and a regional channel, compare the cost and game access of combining YouTube TV with a separate regional subscription against a provider that carries your local network. Confirm what each option actually includes: rights can change by team, sport, market and season.
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Two common traps
- Searching only for “FanDuel”: A result for FanDuel TV is not proof that FanDuel Sports Network is included.
- Relying on old Bally Sports listings: The rebrand and changing distribution rights can make older channel guides and articles misleading. Verify the current network name and lineup for your location.
Travel can also affect what you can watch. YouTube TV’s available local channels and regional programming depend on location, while FanDuel access is tied to regional rights. Consult the services’ current location and viewing restrictions and FanDuel blackout information if you expect to watch away from home.
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