Which fandom is cheaper: Washington Nationals or San Francisco Giants?

Washington Nationals and San Francisco Giants are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Washington Nationals vs San Francisco Giants gap exist?

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

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Washington Nationals vs San Francisco Giants

Which fandom costs more to stream?

MLB

Washington Nationals

$75

/mo

3 services · $598/yr

Cheaper

MLB

San Francisco Giants

$75

/mo

3 services · $598/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

San Francisco Giants usually asks for 3 services versus 3 for Washington Nationals. That is often the first sign the pricier fandom has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Washington Nationals ranks #30 in MLB and sits $15 below the league average. San Francisco Giants ranks #29 in MLB and sits $15 below the league average.

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How we built this page

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: WASHINGTON, DC (HAGRSTWN) for Washington Nationals and SAN FRANCISCO - OAK - SAN JOSE for San Francisco Giants.
The gap reflects both 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.