A Season of Tours and Telecasts: Savannah Bananas TV schedule 2025: Dates, times, channels, live streams to watch Banana Ball games
Jordan Greer
The Savannah Bananas’ brand of high-energy, theatrical baseball—“Banana Ball”—continues to expand its media footprint in 2025. Between national TV exposure, streaming platforms, and a historic broadcast debut, here’s your guide to when, where, and how to catch the Bananas in action this season.
A Season of Tours and Telecasts
The Bananas’ 2025 World Tour spans 40 cities across 25 states, with games played in MLB parks, NFL stadiums, and college venues. Most games adhere to a standard start time of 7:00 p.m. local time, except on Sundays (where games begin at 1:00 p.m. local in Savannah or 3:30 p.m. in MLB stadiums).
However, when it comes to televised or streamed coverage, timing and platforms vary depending on the broadcast window.
ESPN / Disney Platform Window (April – August)
From April through mid-August, Banana Ball has a tentpole deal with ESPN and Disney’s platforms:
- Ten games are scheduled to air on ESPN or ESPN2, with simulcasts on Disney+ and ESPN+.
- For example, in June, games have aired live on ESPN2, with simultaneous streaming on ESPN+ and Disney+.
- One game in July will also mark the team’s broadcast television debut on The CW, airing Sunday, July 27 from Citizens Bank Park (3:00–5:30 p.m. ET)
- Coverage typically begins shortly before first pitch via a pre-game show like “Banana Ball Live.” For instance, for a Firefighters matchup, “Banana Ball Live” kicks off at 6:00 p.m. ET ahead of a 7:00 p.m. start. Also, when Bananas face the Texas Tailgaters on July 26, coverage began at 6:30 p.m. ET ahead of the 7:00 start.
Thus, during this window, viewers have multiple options: cable/satellite via ESPN/ESPN2, or streaming via Disney+ or ESPN+ (for those outside traditional TV service).
Bally Sports / Stadium / Replay Access
Beyond live national coverage, the Bananas also leverage regional streaming and replay options:
- Bally Sports Live (formerly tracked under “Banana Ball Channel”) hosts replays of past Bananas matchups—often later in the year.
- In 2024, the team established a presence on Stadium and related streaming outlets; similar streaming distribution continues into 2025, especially for games not picked up for live national broadcast.
So if you miss a live airing, these platforms offer a fallback, though with a delay.
TrueTV & HBO Max: The Fall Move
As the summer window with ESPN winds down, the Bananas have transitioned to a different broadcast arrangement for the latter part of the season:
- Starting August 16, 2025, truTV and HBO Max will carry 19 Banana Ball games, including the first-ever Banana Ball Tour Championship (set for October at Grayson Stadium, Savannah)
- Under this arrangement, truTV will air the games, while HBO Max offers live streaming access.
- Some notable dates in this fall slate include:
• August 16 — Bananas vs Firefighters, 8:00 p.m. ET
• August 21–23 — Bananas vs Firefighters at Grayson Stadium, 7:00 p.m.
• September 26–27 — Bananas vs Texas Tailgaters at Daikin Park (Houston), 8:00 p.m.
This shift ensures that the Bananas maintain a strong televised presence even as the summer ESPN window ends.
The CW Broadcast Debut
A major milestone for Banana Ball in 2025: The CW network will air its first-ever live Bananas telecast, on Sunday, July 27, from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. ET, from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. This expands the team’s reach into over-the-air, free-to-view broadcast territory, complementing their cable and streaming presence.
️ How to Tune In (and Stay Updated)
Here’s a quick checklist for watching:
- Live on TV
• April–mid-August: ESPN / ESPN2
• Later season: truTV
• July 27 special: The CW - Streaming options
• Simulcast of ESPN games: Disney+ and ESPN+
• HBO Max (from mid-August onward)
• Bally Sports Live / replay offerings
• Regional streaming or alternative platforms (e.g. Stadium) as available - Pre-game coverage
Tune into “Banana Ball Live” (or similar pregame segments) starting ~30–60 minutes before first pitch. - Check local listings & Bananas’ schedule page
Local kickoff times and network assignments may shift, so always consult the team’s official schedule (e.g. on their website) for updates.
️ Approximate 2025 Broadcast Timeline (by season phase)
| Period | Platform(s) | Notes / Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| April – mid-August | ESPN / ESPN2 + Disney+ / ESPN+ simulcasts | ~10 games under ESPN deal |
| July 27 | The CW | Broadcast TV debut, 3:00–5:30 p.m. ET |
| August 16 – October | truTV & HBO Max | 19 games including Tour Championship |
| Replay / secondary | Bally Sports Live, Stadium, replays | For games not carried live |
Why It Matters
The 2025 media rollout reflects Banana Ball’s escalating legitimacy as a televised sports-entertainment product. Landing on ESPN and national simulcasts, breaking into broadcast TV via The CW, and securing a strong run on truTV/HBO Max demonstrates the Bananas’ ambition—and success—in bringing their unique brand of ball into mainstream viewership.
Whether you’re a diehard fan or just curious to see what the fuss is about, the 2025 TV and streaming map gives you plenty of entry points. Plan ahead, check local listings, and get ready to go bananas.
