Get ready for an action-packed day of sports on May 4, 2026, as the NHL and NBA Playoffs heat up with second-round matchups you won't want to miss. Here's your ultimate guide to watching all the live action on TV and streaming.
Start your morning with English Premier League excitement as Matchweek 35 kicks off with Chelsea taking on Nottingham Forest at 9:55 a.m. on USA Network and Universo. Later, Everton faces Manchester City at 2:55 p.m., with expert commentary from Cara Banks, Robbie Earle, Danny Higginbotham, and Robbie Mustoe. Tune in early for Premier League Mornings at 9 a.m., and catch post-match analysis on Goal Zone at 5 p.m.
On the diamond, MLB delivers a full slate of games across both leagues. In the American League, watch the Boston Red Sox battle the Detroit Tigers at 6:30 p.m., followed by the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays and the Baltimore Orioles taking on the New York Yankees at 7 p.m. The Cleveland Guardians visit the Kansas City Royals at 7:30 p.m., and the Chicago White Sox face the Anaheim Angels at 9:30 p.m.
Over in the National League, the Philadelphia Phillies travel to Miami to face the Marlins at 6:30 p.m., while the Cincinnati Reds clash with the Chicago Cubs at 7:30 p.m. A marquee matchup sees the Milwaukee Brewers take on the St. Louis Cardinals at 7:30 p.m. on FS1. Later, the New York Mets head to Colorado to play the Rockies at 8:30 p.m., and the San Diego Padres visit the San Francisco Giants at 9:45 p.m.
In interleague action, the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Houston Astros at 8 p.m., and the Atlanta Braves take on the Seattle Mariners at 9:30 p.m. on MLB Network.
For golf enthusiasts, the PGA Works Collegiate Championship first round tees off at 4 p.m. on Golf Channel from The Park in West Palm Beach, Florida. Throughout the day, catch Golf Today at 2 p.m., Golf Central at 7 p.m., and PGA Tour Champions coverage starting at 8:30 p.m.
College sports fans can enjoy the ACC Network Football Podcast at 5 p.m., the 2026 AUSL College Draft Show on ESPN2 at 7 p.m., and SEC Inside: Georgia Track & Field on SEC Network at 7 p.m. LaLiga action features Sevilla FC vs. Real Sociedad at 2:55 p.m. on ESPN Deportes.
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting into the playoff spirit, this lineup has something for everyone. Grab your gear, settle in, and enjoy a thrilling day of sports!