Which team is cheaper to watch: San Diego Padres or Minnesota Twins?

San Diego Padres and Minnesota Twins are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the San Diego Padres vs Minnesota Twins gap exist?

Minnesota Twins typically needs 4 services versus 4 for San Diego Padres, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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San Diego Padres vs Minnesota Twins

Which team costs more to watch?

MLB

San Diego Padres

$87

/mo

4 services · $698/yr

Cheaper

MLB

Minnesota Twins

$87

/mo

4 services · $698/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Minnesota Twins usually asks for 4 services versus 4 for San Diego Padres. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

San Diego Padres ranks #23 in MLB and sits $3 below the league average. Minnesota Twins ranks #22 in MLB and sits $3 below the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: SAN DIEGO for San Diego Padres and MINNEAPOLIS - ST. PAUL for Minnesota Twins.
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.