Major League Baseball has arrived on Bluesky, and baseball fans are building vibrant communities across the platform. With the official MLB league account established and 28 of 30 teams now on Bluesky, it's never been easier to follow your favorite team and connect with fellow fans.

This guide covers everything you need to know about following MLB on Bluesky—from team accounts and hashtags to fan communities and custom feeds.

MLB's Official Presence on Bluesky

Major League Baseball created an official account on Bluesky at @mlb.com, signaling the league's recognition of the platform's growing importance. This move cleared the way for individual franchises to establish their presence, and teams have responded—28 of 30 MLB teams now have Bluesky accounts.

The league's decision to join Bluesky, alongside the NBA, represents a significant milestone for the platform's sports community. As Bluesky has grown to over 30 million users, sports leagues are increasingly viewing it as a legitimate alternative to Twitter/X.

All 30 MLB Team Hashtags

Here are the official and popular hashtags for every MLB team:

American League East

  • Baltimore Orioles: #Birdland, #Orioles
  • Boston Red Sox: #DirtyWater, #RedSox
  • New York Yankees: #RepBX, #Yankees
  • Tampa Bay Rays: #RaysUp, #Rays
  • Toronto Blue Jays: #NextLevel, #BlueJays

American League Central

  • Chicago White Sox: #WhiteSox
  • Cleveland Guardians: #GuardsBall, #ForTheLand
  • Detroit Tigers: #RepDetroit, #Tigers
  • Kansas City Royals: #Royals, #TogetherRoyal
  • Minnesota Twins: #MNTwins, #Twins

American League West

  • Houston Astros: #Astros, #LevelUp
  • Los Angeles Angels: #RepTheHalo, #Angels
  • Oakland Athletics: #Athletics, #RootedInOakland
  • Seattle Mariners: #SeaUsRise, #Mariners
  • Texas Rangers: #StraightUpTX, #Rangers

National League East

  • Atlanta Braves: #BravesCountry, #ForTheA
  • Miami Marlins: #MarlinsBeisbol, #Marlins
  • New York Mets: #LGM, #Mets
  • Philadelphia Phillies: #RingTheBell, #Phillies
  • Washington Nationals: #NATITUDE, #Nationals

National League Central

  • Chicago Cubs: #Cubs, #ItsDifferentHere
  • Cincinnati Reds: #ATOBTTR, #Reds
  • Milwaukee Brewers: #ThisIsMyCrew, #Brewers
  • Pittsburgh Pirates: #LetsGoBucs, #Pirates
  • St. Louis Cardinals: #STLCards, #Cardinals

National League West

  • Arizona Diamondbacks: #Dbacks, #SnakeBite
  • Colorado Rockies: #Rockies, #RoxWin
  • Los Angeles Dodgers: #LetsGoDodgers, #Dodgers
  • San Diego Padres: #Padres, #HungryForMore
  • San Francisco Giants: #SFGiants, #DubNation

General Baseball Hashtags

Beyond team-specific tags, these general hashtags help you find baseball content:

  • #MLB - Main Major League Baseball hashtag
  • #Baseball - General baseball content
  • #OpeningDay - Season opener discussions
  • #WorldSeries - Postseason championship
  • #MLBPlayoffs - Playoff discussions
  • #SpringTraining - Preseason coverage
  • #WalkOff - Exciting game-ending moments
  • #NoHitter - No-hitter alerts and discussions
  • #MLBTradeDeadline - Trade deadline coverage
  • #AllStarGame - All-Star Game content
  • #FantasyBaseball - Fantasy baseball community

Finding MLB Content on Bluesky

1. Follow Team Accounts

Search for your team's official account by their city or team name. Look for verified accounts or those with significant followings. Some teams are more active than others—as of early 2025, only about 5 teams were regularly posting, but activity is increasing.

2. Use MLB Starter Packs

Bluesky starter packs let you follow curated lists of accounts with one click. Search for "MLB starter pack" or "baseball starter pack" to find collections that include:

  • All official team accounts
  • Baseball journalists and reporters
  • Popular fan accounts
  • Baseball podcasters
  • Player accounts

3. Subscribe to Baseball Feeds

Custom feeds aggregate content about specific topics. Look for feeds dedicated to:

  • General MLB content
  • Your specific team
  • Fantasy baseball
  • Baseball statistics and analytics

4. Search Team Hashtags

Use the hashtags listed above to find active fans and discussions about your team. Following hashtags during games helps you connect with fans watching in real-time.

Why Baseball Fans Are Choosing Bluesky

Baseball fans are increasingly migrating to Bluesky for several reasons:

  • Chronological timeline - See game reactions as they happen, not hours later
  • No ads - Your baseball discussions aren't interrupted by promoted posts
  • Custom feeds - Create a feed that's just baseball, no other topics
  • Better engagement - Smaller communities mean more interaction with fellow fans
  • No algorithm manipulation - Your posts reach your followers
  • Positive community - Less toxicity in sports discussions

As one article noted, users can "create custom feeds for topics such as 'Phillies' or 'Yankees' to enjoy baseball content without being bombarded" with unrelated content.

Game Day on Bluesky

Here's how to get the most out of Bluesky during games:

Before the Game

  • Check your team's hashtag for lineup discussions and predictions
  • Follow beat reporters for injury updates and starting pitchers
  • Set up keyword alerts for your team name

During the Game

  • Post reactions using your team's hashtag
  • Engage with other fans watching live
  • Share highlights and key moments
  • Check trending hashtags to see if your game is trending

After the Game

  • Join post-game discussions and analysis
  • Share highlights and memorable moments
  • Engage with journalists' coverage

Growing Your Baseball Account on Bluesky

Want to build a following around baseball content? Here's how:

  • Pick your niche - Focus on one team, fantasy baseball, or general MLB
  • Post during games - Real-time reactions get the most engagement
  • Use relevant hashtags - Make your posts discoverable
  • Share original analysis - Stats breakdowns and unique takes stand out
  • Engage with the community - Reply to other fans and build relationships
  • Be consistent - Post regularly throughout the season
  • Cross-post highlights - Share notable plays and moments

Using Skyscraper for Baseball Content

Skyscraper for iOS helps baseball fans stay connected:

  • Trending hashtags - See when baseball topics are trending during games
  • Keyword alerts - Get notified about your team, trades, or player news
  • Multi-account support - Manage team-specific accounts
  • Post bookmarking - Save great analysis and highlights

The Future of MLB on Bluesky

With the official MLB account established and most teams now on the platform, baseball's presence on Bluesky will only grow. As more teams become active and more fans migrate from other platforms, expect:

  • More team accounts posting regular content
  • Official highlights and clips shared on Bluesky
  • Player accounts becoming more active
  • Enhanced fan communities for every team
  • Baseball-specific custom feeds and starter packs

It's not a heavy lift for teams to cross-post content across platforms, and as Bluesky's user base continues to grow, teams will have more incentive to engage with fans there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are MLB teams on Bluesky?

Yes! 28 of 30 MLB teams have created Bluesky accounts, and Major League Baseball has an official league account at @mlb.com.

What are the best MLB hashtags on Bluesky?

Popular hashtags include team-specific tags like #LetsGoDodgers, #RepBX (Yankees), #RingTheBell (Phillies), and #BravesCountry. General tags include #MLB and #Baseball.

How do I find baseball content on Bluesky?

Search team hashtags, follow official accounts, join MLB starter packs, and subscribe to baseball custom feeds.

Is MLB officially on Bluesky?

Yes, Major League Baseball created an official account on Bluesky at @mlb.com.