The St. Louis Cardinals are gearing up for the 2026 season with significant updates, including the announcement that outfielder Lars Nootbaar underwent offseason surgery in October to address Haglund’s deformities in both heels. Nootbaar expressed uncertainty about how the injuries occurred, stating, “Nootbaar doesn’t know how the injuries came about.”
In addition to player health updates, the Cardinals have revealed new television channels following the end of their partnership with FanDuel Sports Network. Most Cardinals games will now be produced by Major League Baseball, allowing fans to access games through traditional cable or satellite providers within the team’s television territory.
For those outside the Cardinals’ television footprint, MLB.TV offers a subscription option priced at $29.99 per month or $149.99 for the full season. The easiest way to watch the team is to buy a subscription to MLB.TV, according to sources.
Fans can also take advantage of Cardinals.TV, presented by bet365, which enables viewing on smart TVs, smartphones, or other connected devices. This service is available for $99.99 for the full season or $19.99 per month.
Specific channel numbers for various providers include Charter/Spectrum channel 233, AT&T U-verse channel 1746, DirecTV channel 672, and Comcast/Xfinity channel 1261.
The broadcast team for the upcoming season features play-by-play announcer Chip Caray and analyst Brad Thompson, promising an engaging viewing experience for fans.
The St. Louis Cardinals enter the 2026 season with a new-look roster and new leadership, aiming to build on their storied history in Major League Baseball.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding when Lars Nootbaar will return to the lineup, leaving fans eager for updates on his recovery and the team’s performance as the season approaches.
