So what's the deal with the Twins game being only on Facebook on Tuesday?

July 3, 2018 at 4:45AM

A NEW WAY TO WATCH

Tonight's Twins-Brewers game will not be televised, only streamed on Facebook. Things to know:

• Facebook is paying Major League Baseball to exclusively stream 25 games this season.

• Financial details were not released, but it is believed Facebook is paying $1 million per game.

• The broadcast is free, but viewers need a Facebook account.

• There are no between-innings ads. Announcers will show league highlights and answer questions.

• There is a chat section that can be hidden.

• Once viewers are logged into Facebook, search for MLB Live to get access to the stream.

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• There are no blackout restrictions.

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