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How to watch FanDuel Sports Network Detroit: Best options 2025

By Lara Vukelich  |  Last updated Oct 23, 2024 3:15 PM ET
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Regional sports coverage is often easy to come by if you have regular cable, but what about streaming? If you’re living in and around Detroit, you have options. FanDuel Sports Network Detroit streaming coverage is available anywhere you have internet and a compatible device with a live TV streaming service. 

FanDuel Sports Network Detroit gives you access to professional teams including the Detroit Tigers, plus collegiate coverage for the University of Michigan and Michigan State. Other content includes minor league sports and Michigan High School Athletic Association games. 

Watching local Detroit sports with a streaming service is often more flexible than with cable. You can see many games on demand and you can stream games on a compatible mobile device when you’re waiting to get your oil changed next weekend. 

Editor's note: Bally Sports Networks rebranded to FanDuel Sports Networks on October 21, 2024.

Which streaming services offer FanDuel Sports Network Detroit?


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Watch FanDuel Sports Network Detroit with DIRECTV STREAM

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  • Pricing begins at $86.99/mo
  • 90+ live TV channels
  • Free trial available
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DIRECT STREAM is ideal for anyone who cares about regional sports. The streaming service has four channel packages to choose from. You'll need  the Choice plan or higher to get FanDuel Sports Network Detroit. When your favorite regional team is not in action, you can also tune into ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN News on Choice plans and above. Other sports networks available from DIRECTV STREAM include FS1, FS2, Golf Channel, MLB Network, NBA TV, NFL Network and NHL Network.

DIRECTV STREAM has a free trial, so you can give it a try during your favorite regional sports season to see if it’s right for you. 

Watch FanDuel Sports Network Detroit on Fubo

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  • Pricing begins at $84.99/mo.
  • 211+ live TV channels
  • Free trial available
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Fubo carries many regional sports networks, including FanDuel Sports Network Detroit. When the Red Wings game is over, you can turn over to FS1 and FS2, Fubo Sports, MLB Network, Fox Soccer Plus, NBA League Pass, Golf Channel or NFL Network. Fubo also carries the Triple Crown race and special events like the Super Bowl, World Series and Olympics.

Fubo is more affordable than DIRECTV STREAM and it has more channels in its lineup than most DIRECTV STREAM packages. However, Fubo does come with a regional sports fee in areas where an RSN is available. In addition to regional sports, Fubo has a lot of mainstream and more niche sports channels.

Watch FanDuel Sports Network Detroit on the app

Another option for watching your local FanDuel Sports Network content is the FanDuel Sports Network Plus streaming app. Programming includes coverage for 16 NBA teams and 12 NHL teams. MLB coverage is available in select regions with coverage for the Detroit Tigers, Milwaukee Brewers, Miami Marlins, Kansas City Royals and Tampa Bay Rays. In areas where more than one FanDuel Sports Network channel is available, you’ll find an option to bundle the channels for a discounted price.

FanDuel Sports Network Plus is available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, iOS and Android devices. Start with a 7-day free trial before signing up for a monthly or annual subscription.

FAQ

What happened to Fox Sports Detroit?

Fox Sports Detroit was rebranded to FanDuel Sports Network Detroit. You can find the network on streaming services DIRECTV STREAM and Fubo, where it’s available via a number of smart TVs and mobile devices. 

Does Amazon Prime have FanDuel Sports Network Detroit?

No. You can only see FanDuel Sports Network Detroit using cable, DIRECTV STREAM, or Fubo. Amazon Prime is the exclusive home of Thursday Night Football, however, so you can watch the Lions there when they play on Thursday. 

Can I watch FanDuel Sports Network Detroit for free?

No. You can download the FanDuel Sports Network app for free, but you will need a paid cable subscription or streaming service to log in. 

Lara Vukelich is a freelance writer based in San Diego, California. She has written for sites including Huffington Post, Expedia, Travelocity and CNET.