Here's how to watch tonight's Mets vs. Phillies game on Apple TV+ for free
In the midst of a brutal stretch littered with losses and injuries, the New York Mets will open a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies tonight.
Divisional rivals, the Mets and Phillies are tied for first place in the NL East with identical 45-30 records.
The Phillies are 8-2 in their last 10 games, while the Mets are 4-6 and in the midst of a six-game losing streak.
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mets vs. phillies: what to know When: June 20, 7:15 p.m. ET
June 20, 7:15 p.m. ET Where: Citizens Bank Park (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
Citizens Bank Park (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) Streaming: Apple TV+
Tonight's Friday Night Baseball is exclusive to Apple TV+, but fear not: It's easy and free to subscribe and tune in.
What time is Mets vs. Phillies tonight?
The Mets and Phillies play tonight, June 20, at 7:15 p.m. ET.
What channel is the Mets game on?
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The Mets game tonight, June 20, will be exclusively on Apple TV+ and not on television.
How to watch Mets vs. Phillies for free:
Tonight's Mets vs. Phillies game is exclusively on Apple TV+, so you'll need a subscription to watch the game.
Apple TV+ offers a seven-day free trial for users, so you'll be able to watch two weeks of doubleheaders before payment kicks in.
Amazon Prime members can also subscribe to Apple TV+ directly through Prime Video. It costs the same $9.99/month price and also includes a seven-day free trial.
Mets vs. Phillies starting pitchers
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Zach Wheeler will start for the Phillies today. He is currently 7-2 with an ERA of 2.76 and 110 strikeouts.
Blade Tidwell gets the start for the Mets; he is 0-1 this season with a 14.73 ERA and 2 strikeouts.
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