MLB Fans: No TV? Got a Car? No Problem.

The first tweet has been posted by ESPN and the countdown begins until opening day, when stadiums will be filled and bases loaded. It’s the time of year for America’s favorite pastime.

“In only seven short weeks, we’ll be singing ‘Take Me Out to the Ballgame,’” ESPN’s twitter posted this Valentine’s Day, and millions of avid fans joyfully re-tweeted it. The 2012 Major League Baseball season is scheduled to begin on March 28, with the first of a two game series between the Seattle Mariners and the Oakland Athletics.

The dilemma: Where do college students without cable watch games? The solution: Throw on your team’s gear, grab some friends, and bring your appetite. Then drive to one of these three places to get your baseball fix and make a fun night out of it!

Wing Nuts ~ 2.3 mi, 7 mins
3030 Harbor Blvd. (Target Center)
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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Wing Nuts offers a large selection, from appetizers such as homemade chips and dip to entrees like sliders and smoked baby back ribs. They’ve got it all. The prices are moderate and you are bound to spend at least $10. However, Wing Nuts does offer a printable $5 off any food purchase of $25 or more (Dine-in only) coupon on its website under Special Offers: www.wingnuts.biz

In a hurry to catch the game at a friend’s place but need your wings? Wing Nut’s offers a printable 10% off any take-out order coupon on its website as well.

Buffalo Wild Wings ~ 10.7 mi, 13 mins
14110 Culver Dr.
Irvine, CA 92604
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The name says it all. If you are in the mood to try some wildly hot sauces on some wings while watching the game, then this is your kind of place. Always rowdy and filled with enthusiastic sports fans, BWW has good service and large TVs on every wall, allowing you to view different games going on without having to crane your neck to get a good view. They play every game, every day. Again, you can easily spend $10 here at the least unless you go on a particular day of the week. BWW offers special deals on Wing Tuesdays (specially priced wings every Tuesday) and Boneless Thursdays (specially priced boneless wings every Thursday).

Rudy’s Pub & Grill ~ 4.5 mi, 10 mins
3110 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
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Rudy’s Pub & Grill is a great place to watch sports games and cheer on your favorite team while eating garlic fries and a burger. Breakfast is served as well.  The price range averages between $8-$12. Rudy’s has a great atmosphere, tons of TVs, and a pretty open layout with a retractable roof. It is a small restaurant so its downfall is that it has a tendency to get crowded, so get there early. Rudy’s is a good place to catch up on sports and to soak in the local vibe.