BZZR TV App: What Rangers Fans Need to Know (Explained Simply)

What Is Going On With the BZZR App?

Imagine you used to watch Rangers baseball games on one app, but the team decided to switch to a new app called BZZR in the middle of the season. That’s what happened!

• BZZR made a TV app so fans can watch Rangers games right on their TVs.
• You can already download the BZZR app on:
  • Apple TV
  • Fire TV
  • Chromecast
• But if you have a Roku, Samsung, or LG TV, you’re still waiting.
• The second half of the baseball season is almost here, and there is no exact date for when those TVs will get the app.

Important: If you use Roku, Samsung, or LG, you can’t use the BZZR TV app yet—but you still have other ways to watch (more below).

Why Did the Rangers Switch So Suddenly?

The Rangers used to let fans stream games through a service called Victory+ (or V+ for short).

• They got worried that Victory+ might not stay in business for the long run.
• Because of those worries, the Rangers quickly broke up with Victory+ and moved to BZZR.
• BZZR will show its very first Rangers game on Friday, when the Rangers play the Atlanta Braves.

The team says they used every trick they had to make the new app ready faster for big TV brands like Roku and Samsung.

Who Is Not Affected by the Switch?

Good news for some fans:

• If you watch through DirecTV, Fubo, or Spectrum, nothing changes for you.
• You are not impacted by the move to BZZR.

How Can Victory+ Fans Watch Right Now?

If you used Victory+ and your TV doesn’t have the BZZR app yet, you have two simple options:

1. Watch games on the BZZR website using a phone or computer.
2. Watch on the BZZR mobile app, then send (or “cast”) the video to your Smart TV.

Most TVs made in the last 5 years can mirror their screen. But this method is a bit messier than just opening an app, and it can be hard for folks who don’t love tech stuff.

After the switch on Wednesday, the Rangers emailed subscribers a step-by-step guide on how to cast using:

• Chromecast
• Apple Airplay

How Many Fans Have Switched?

Here are some easy numbers from a team official:

• Over 25% of Victory+ subscribers already moved to BZZR since Wednesday.
• Only 3–5% of them needed extra help to do it.

What About Refunds?

Some fans got upset about the app not being ready and asked for their money back.

• The Rangers say payments were made to Victory+, not to the Rangers.
• So the Rangers asked Victory+ to give refunds where it makes sense.
• The Rangers moved season-long Victory+ subscriptions to BZZR for free.
• Victory+ did not answer questions about refunds, but they thanked fans in a statement:

“Victory+ congratulates the Rangers on this next chapter and sincerely thanks the Rangers organization for the opportunity to partner together to provide a service during a time when fans were looking for an answer. Most importantly, we thank Rangers fans, whose enthusiasm and support helped make the partnership a success.”

Why Did the Rangers Leave Victory+?

Last year, Rangers games on Victory+ averaged over 100,000 viewers per game.

But the team was worried because:

• Victory+’s parent company had money troubles.
• The platform might not last long-term.
• Reportedly, Victory+ struggled to pay teams what they owed.

The Anaheim Ducks also left Victory+ around the same time. After 1½ seasons, the Rangers cut ties to make sure games keep streaming smoothly.

Key Point: The Rangers left Victory+ to protect fans from possible interruptions because of the old service’s money problems.

Summary

The Rangers switched midseason from Victory+ to BZZR for streaming games. The BZZR TV app works on Apple TV, Fire TV, and Chromecast, but not yet on Roku, Samsung, or LG. DirecTV, Fubo, and Spectrum viewers are unaffected. Victory+ users without the app can watch via BZZR’s website or mobile app and cast to their TV. Over 25% already switched, and the Rangers moved season subscriptions to BZZR for free. Refunds go through Victory+, not the Rangers. The move happened because Victory+ had financial stability concerns.

FAQ

1. Can I watch BZZR on my Roku, Samsung, or LG TV right now?
No. The app isn’t available for those TVs yet, and there’s no set date. You can use the BZZR website or mobile app and cast to your TV instead.

2. Do I have to pay again if I had a Victory+ season subscription?
No. The Rangers moved those subscriptions to BZZR at no extra cost.

3. Who do I ask for a refund if I’m mad about the app delay?
You paid Victory+, so refunds must be requested from Victory+, not the Rangers. The Rangers have asked V+ to handle refund requests.

4. Will my DirecTV, Fubo, or Spectrum service change?
No. Those providers are not part of the switch and work like before.

5. When does BZZR start showing games?
BZZR streams its first Rangers game on Friday against the Atlanta Braves.