Which team is cheaper to watch: Washington Nationals or Athletics?

Athletics is cheaper by about $12/month in this home-market comparison.

Why does the Washington Nationals vs Athletics gap exist?

Washington Nationals typically needs 3 services versus 2 for Athletics, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Streaming Cost Comparison

Which team costs more to watch?

MLB

Washington Nationals

$102

/mo

3 services · $816/yr

MLB

Athletics

$89

/mo

2 services · $716/yr

Cheaper

Washington Nationals fans pay $12/mo more

That's $150/year more than Athletics fans

Setup complexity

Washington Nationals usually asks for 3 services versus 2 for Athletics. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Washington Nationals ranks #26 in MLB and sits $2 below the league average. Athletics ranks #27 in MLB and sits $15 below the league average.

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Home-city context

Last reviewed July 20, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: WASHINGTON, DC (HAGRSTWN) for Washington Nationals and SACRAMNTO - STKTN - MODESTO for Athletics.
The gap reflects monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
Use the calculator if you follow both teams or live outside either home market.