How to watch Mets vs. Dodgers 2024 NLCS Game 5

It's the most important must-win game the Mets have had in 2024 since last most important game to win, just a few weeks ago.

If they win tonight, they will have another game in the NLCS; If not, the season is over.

The Mets have only won one game so far in this best-of-seven series – Game 2 – while the rest, including last night's game, were overwhelming victories for the Dodgers.

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Game 5 begins with The Temptations playing both the national anthem and their hit “My Girl,” which became something of an anthem for Mets fans as a walk-up song by its leadoff batter Francisco Lindor.

Here's everything you need to know to get tuned into Mets vs. Dodgers.

Mets vs. Dodgers Game 5 Date and Time: When is Game 5 of the NLCS?

The Mets face the Dodgers tonight, October 18th, in Game 5 of the NLCS live at Citi Field in Queens, NY. First pitch is scheduled for 8:08 p.m. ET.

What channel is the Mets-Dodgers game on tonight?

The Mets vs. Dodgers game airs tonight on Fox Sports 1 (FS1).

How to watch Mets vs. Dodgers:

If you don't have cable, you'll need a live TV streaming service to watch the Mets game tonight. Currently, you can get Hulu + Live TV, including FS1, at a significant discount. Instead of the regular price of $82.99/month, you'll get your first three months, which also includes Disney+ and ESPN+, for $59.99/month.

Other ways to watch Mets vs. Dodgers:

If you want to watch the Mets and Dodgers clash in Game 5 of the NLCS for free without cable, DIRECTV Stream is offering a five-day free trial for new subscribers. After the trial ends, you'll pay $86.98/month for over 90 live channels.

Although Sling TV doesn't offer free days, you'll save money with a full month of streaming instead of just five free days.

Sling TV's Blue plan includes Fox, and now you can get your first month at 50% off. Instead of $45, you'll pay $22.50 and get access to the LCS games and the World Series before the second month's payment is due.

Mets vs. Dodgers likely pitchers:

David Peterson will pitch for the Mets tonight against Jack Flaherty for the Dodgers. Flaherty previously started Game 1 of the NLCS.

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