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Two Seattle TVs do a Whale of a Deal.



Appreciate the tip on this from a faithful reader:   Fox 13 Seattle and Root Sports make a deal to carry Seattle Orcas cricket games.  No sticky wickets, OK?   Let's hope there is an attendance 'spurt' and the Orcas will start a POD cast.   Seriously there is a love affair going on between TV and live sports, no matter what the level.  Root needs something extra for sure.  13 has a bunch of team deals.

From the Press Release:  "Cricket fans in the Pacific Northwest—mark your calendars! Major League Cricket is back, and the Seattle Orcas are making sure no one misses a moment. With all ten league-stage matches scheduled on the road, the franchise has rolled out an exciting slate of official Watch Parties across the Seattle metro area, bringing fans together to celebrate the game like never before.

Watch Parties will be hosted in South Lake Union and Redmond, depending on where the Orcas are playing. These events will feature big-screen broadcasts, food trucks, music, giveaways, official team merchandise, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere for both longtime fans and newcomers.

South Lake Union will host Watch Parties for games played in Oakland and Ft Lauderdale.

Redmond will host Watch Parties for matches played in Dallas.

Additionally, you can also catch every game this season at Masthi Bar & Grill and Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub!

Adding to the excitement, the Seattle Orcas have secured a robust local broadcast lineup. FOX 13 and ROOT Sports will provide live coverage of all Orcas matches throughout the 2025 season. Willow TV remains the official national TV broadcaster.

Seattle Orcas 2025 Broadcast Schedule (Pacific Time):

June 14 at 6 PM – FOX 13


June 16 at 6 PM – FOX 13


June 18 at 6 PM – ROOT Sports


June 22 at 1 PM – FOX 13


June 25 at 5 PM – FOX 13


June 27 at 5 PM – FOX 13


June 28 at 5 PM – ROOT Sports


July 1 at 4 PM – FOX 13


July 4 at 4 PM – ROOT Sports


July 5 at 4 PM – FOX 13


Each Watch Party is designed to bring fans closer to the action, recreating the thrill of matchday with real-time excitement and a shared love for the sport.


Here is the full schedule of league stage matches and corresponding watch party locations:


Oakland Matches – Watch Party: South Lake Union


Address - 609 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, United States


June 14 vs. Washington Freedom –Event Link


June 16 vs. Texas Super Kings –Event Link


June 18 vs. MI New York –Event Link


Dallas Matches – Watch Party: Redmond


Address - 7530 164th Ave NE Suite A108, Redmond, WA 98052, United States


June 22 vs. Los Angeles Knight Riders –Event Link


June 25 vs. San Francisco Unicorns –Event Link


June 27 vs. MI New York –Event Link


June 28 vs. Los Angeles Knight Riders –Event Link


Ft. Lauderdale Matches – Watch Party: South Lake Union


Address - 609 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, United States


July 1 vs. San Francisco Unicorns –Event Link


July 4 vs. Washington Freedom –Event Link


July 5 vs. Texas Super Kings –Event Link

For full venue details, RSVP links, and exclusive matchday offers, visit the Seattle Orcas’ official website or follow us on social media.


With a coast-to-coast schedule, top-tier broadcast coverage, and fans rallying together at every screen, Seattle is ready to make Major League Cricket 2025 a summer to remember.

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