Is there a free plan for the MLB API?

Yes. The Basic plan is completely free with 100 requests per day and includes live scores, match data, standings, lineups, and player stats. No credit card required.

What data does the MLB API return?

The API returns live scores, video highlights, box scores, match statistics, odds from 70+ bookmakers, predictions, lineups, player profiles and stats, standings, head-to-head data, and live game events.

MLB, NCAA API

Live data for MLB & NCAA

Live scores, video highlights, box scores, match statistics, odds, predictions, lineups, and player data across every major baseball competition.

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MLB

Full Coverage

NCAA

Division I

70+

Bookmakers

99.97%

Uptime

highlights.js

// Get today's MLB, NCAA highlights const today = new Date().toISOString().split("T")[0]; const res = await fetch( `${apiUrl}/highlights?date=${today}`, { headers: { "x-rapidapi-key": apiKey, "x-rapidapi-host": host } } ); const { data } = await res.json(); // data[0].type → "VERIFIED" // data[0].title → "Yankees vs Red Sox" // data[0].url → "https://..."

Easy integration
with intuitive endpoints

highlights.js

              1await
                    fetch(`${apiUrl}/highlights`, {
                
                    2  method:
                    "GET",
                
                    3  headers: {
                
                    4   
                    "x-rapidapi-key":
                    rapidApiKey,
                
                    5   
                    "x-rapidapi-host":
                    rapidApiHost
                
6});

One call, every highlight

A single GET request returns home runs, diving catches, game recaps, press conferences, and post-game interviews. Filter by date, league, or team.

Filter by anything

Pass a date, a league, or a team name. A single parameter is all you need. Responses are always consistent and predictable.

matches.js

              1await
                    fetch(`${apiUrl}/matches`, {
                
                    2  method:
                    "GET",
                
                    3  headers: {
                
                    4   
                    "x-rapidapi-key":
                    rapidApiKey,
                
                    5   
                    "x-rapidapi-host":
                    rapidApiHost
                
6});

odds.js

              1await
                    fetch(`${apiUrl}/odds`, {
                
                    2  method:
                    "GET",
                
                    3  headers: {
                
                    4   
                    "x-rapidapi-key":
                    rapidApiKey,
                
                    5   
                    "x-rapidapi-host":
                    rapidApiHost
                
6});

70+ bookmakers, same schema

Moneyline, run line, totals, and more from hundreds of bookmakers. One integration, every odds source.

In-depth player data

Player endpoints deliver detailed profiles, per-season statistics, career summaries, and team history across MLB and NCAA rosters.

players.js

              1await
                    fetch(`${apiUrl}/players`, {
                
                    2  method:
                    "GET",
                
                    3  headers: {
                
                    4   
                    "x-rapidapi-key":
                    rapidApiKey,
                
                    5   
                    "x-rapidapi-host":
                    rapidApiHost
                
6});

box-score.js

              1await
                    fetch(`${apiUrl}/box-score/${matchId}`, {
                
                    2  method:
                    "GET",
                
                    3  headers: {
                
                    4   
                    "x-rapidapi-key":
                    rapidApiKey,
                
                    5   
                    "x-rapidapi-host":
                    rapidApiHost
                
6});

Full box scores

Per-player box scores for every game including at-bats, hits, runs, RBIs, home runs, strikeouts, pitching lines, and more. Updated every minute during live games.

Everything you need in one API

Every endpoint designed for baseball. No cross-sport noise, no wasted requests.

Live Scores

Real time game scores with inning-by-inning breakdowns, pitch counts, and base runners across all MLB and most NCAA baseball games.

Video Highlights

Home runs, diving catches, strikeouts, game recaps, press conferences, and post-game interviews from verified video sources. Updated within 0–48 hours.

Box Scores

Per-player batting and pitching stats for every game. Includes at-bats, hits, runs, RBIs, home runs, ERA, strikeouts, walks, and innings pitched.

Player Data

Player profiles, season statistics, career summaries, and per-game performance data across all MLB and most NCAA baseball rosters.

Predictions

Pre-game predictions including win probabilities and model-based forecasts to power your analytics or fan engagement features.

Lineups

Starting lineups with batting order, player positions, and jersey numbers. Available before first pitch.

Odds

Moneyline, run line, totals, and first-five-inning lines from 70+ bookmakers. Pre-game and live in-game odds for every matchup.

Match Statistics

Detailed match-level stats including team batting, pitching, and fielding breakdowns returned via a dedicated statistics endpoint.

Complete baseball coverage

MLB regular season, Spring Training, postseason, and NCAA Division I. Every pitch, every play.

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MLB

NCAA

American League MLB

National League MLB

Cactus League Spring Training

Grapefruit League Spring Training

MLB Playoffs Postseason

World Series Postseason

MLB All-Star Game Special

NCAA Division I College Baseball

College World Series Postseason

Full MLB and NCAA Division I college baseball coverage. View all in docs →

Choose your API plan

Check MLB, NCAA Baseball API BASIC plan restrictions

BASIC

$0/ Month

100 requests per day
No rate limit
Live scores
MLB, NCAA data
Team data and logos
Full match data list
All highlights including game recaps, post game interviews, highlighted plays
Geo restriction checker for highlights
Odds
Bookmakers
Standings
Lineups
Player stats
24/7 customer support

PRO

$7.99/ Month

7,500 requests per day
12 requests per second
Live scores
MLB, NCAA data
Team data and logos
Full match data list
All highlights including game recaps, post game interviews, highlighted plays
Geo restriction checker for highlights
Odds
Bookmakers
Standings
Lineups
Player stats
24/7 customer support

ULTRA

$18.99/ Month

25,000 requests per day
20 requests per second
Live scores
MLB, NCAA data
Team data and logos
Full match data list
All highlights including game recaps, post game interviews, highlighted plays
Geo restriction checker for highlights
Odds
Bookmakers
Standings
Lineups
Player stats
24/7 customer support

MEGA

$44.99/ Month

65,000 requests per day
100 requests per second
Live scores
MLB, NCAA data
Team data and logos
Full match data list
All highlights including game recaps, post game interviews, highlighted plays
Geo restriction checker for highlights
Odds
Bookmakers
Standings
Lineups
Player stats
24/7 customer support

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Frequently asked questions

What baseball leagues does the API cover?

The API provides full MLB coverage including the American League, National League, Spring Training (Cactus League and Grapefruit League), MLB Playoffs, and the World Series. It also covers NCAA Division I college baseball including the College World Series.

Is there a free plan?

Yes. The Basic plan is completely free with 100 requests per day. It includes live scores, game data, standings, lineups, and player stats. No credit card required.

What types of highlights are available?

The API provides home runs, diving catches, strikeouts, game recaps, post-game press conferences, and interviews. Video sources are verified and typically added within 0 to 48 hours after a game. Some clips may be available in near real time during live games.

How fast is the live data?

Live scores and game events update in near real time. Scores include inning-by-inning breakdowns, pitch counts, and base runner tracking. Lineups are available before first pitch.

Can I use this alongside other sport APIs?

Yes. The MLB API works independently. You can subscribe to it alongside any other Highlightly sport API. Each subscription is separate, so you only pay for the sports you need.

What data format does the API return?

All responses are standard JSON over REST. The API works with any programming language including JavaScript, Python, PHP, Ruby, Java, C#, and Go. No proprietary SDK is required.

What is the difference between Highlightly and RapidAPI?

Both platforms offer identical API features. Highlightly provides up to 40% annual discounts and cryptocurrency payments. RapidAPI offers credit card billing and a familiar developer dashboard. Accounts are not synchronised between platforms.

Live data for MLB & NCAA

Easy integration
with intuitive endpoints

One call, every highlight

Filter by anything

70+ bookmakers, same schema

In-depth player data

Full box scores

Everything you need in one API

Live Scores

Video Highlights

Box Scores

Player Data

Predictions

Lineups

Odds

Match Statistics

Complete baseball coverage

Choose your API plan

BASIC

$0/ Month

PRO

$7.99/ Month

ULTRA

$18.99/ Month

MEGA

$44.99/ Month

Start building with MLB, NCAA data

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Documentation

Resources

Live data for MLB & NCAA

Easy integration with intuitive endpoints

One call, every highlight

Filter by anything

70+ bookmakers, same schema

In-depth player data

Full box scores

Everything you need in one API

Live Scores

Video Highlights

Box Scores

Player Data

Predictions

Lineups

Odds

Match Statistics

Complete baseball coverage

Choose your API plan

BASIC

$0/ Month

PRO

$7.99/ Month

ULTRA

$18.99/ Month

MEGA

$44.99/ Month

Start building with MLB, NCAA data

From the blog

Best Sport APIs in 2026

How to Build an MLB Player Stats Dashboard

Create your own MLB Prediction Dashboard

Documentation

Resources

Easy integration
with intuitive endpoints