The Blue Jays and Tigers are each entering a critical two-week stretch before the MLB trade deadline, beginning with a matchup Friday night at Rogers Centre.
Toronto (44-52) endured a disappointing first half, plummeting to the basement in the AL East. Without a torrid stretch out of the All-Star break, the Blue Jays could be sellers.
But Toronto touts plenty of talent, and it will be up to the stars to help stave off a fire sale. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (.815 OPS) had an All-Star-worthy first half. But the Jays will need more from shortstop Bo Bichette (.596 OPS), outfielder George Springer (.676 OPS), and infielder Justin Turner (.680 OPS) — and in short order.
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The Tigers (47-50) blazed into the All-Star Break winning eight of their last 10 games. They sit seven games out of the American League's third wild-card spot, buoyed by young players like outfielder Riley Greene, a first-time All-Star this season.
Detroit has attractive pitching — right-hander Jack Flaherty is compiling a nice bounce-back season, while ace Tarik Skubal would certainly command a haul. But, if the Tigers continue to win, selling would become less feasible.
The two teams previously met for a four-game series in late May, with the Tigers winning three out of four contests.
Here is everything that you need to know in order to watch 'Friday Night Baseball' between the Blue Jays and Tigers.
What channel is Blue Jays vs. Tigers on tonight?
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Apple TV+
Blue Jays vs. Tigers will not air on local or national TV. Viewers can instead stream the game on Apple TV+, the exclusive home of 'Friday Night Baseball' during the 2024 MLB season.
Apple TV+ offers a seven-day free trial, so viewers can try before they buy.
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Apple TV+ offers two subscription plans: A monthly subscription for $9.99 a month, and a yearly subscription for $99.99.
What time is Blue Jays vs. Tigers on tonight?
- Date: Friday, July 19
- Time: 7:07 p.m. ET
First pitch of Blue Jays vs. Tigers is slated for 7:07 p.m. ET on Friday, July 19. The game will be played at the Rogers Centre in Toronto.
Blue Jays vs. Tigers radio station
- Radio channel: SiriusXM channel 179
Listen to Blue Jays vs. Tigers live on SiriusXM channel 179, which will carry the Toronto broadcast.
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Apple TV+ 'Friday Night Baseball' schedule 2024
Apple TV+ has released its schedule through the end of August, as shown below.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| July 19 | Tigers at Blue Jays | 7 p.m. |
| July 19 | Padres at Guardians | 7 p.m. |
| July 26 | Dodgers at Astros | 8 p.m. |
| July 26 | Rangers at Blue Jays | 7 p.m. |
| August 2 | Royals at Tigers | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 2 | Brewers at Nationals | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 9 | Guardians at Twins | 8 p.m. |
| August 9 | Reds at Brewers | 8 p.m. |
| August 16 | Blue Jays at Cubs | 2 p.m. |
| August 16 | Mariners at Pirates | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 23 | Cardinals at Twins | 8 p.m. |
| August 23 | Reds at Pirates | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 30 | Mariners at Angels | 9:30 p.m. |
| August 30 | Padres at Rays | 6:30 p.m. |