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Andrew Wamugi explores how MLB could use MLB.TV as a strategic asset in upcoming media rights negotiations. With ESPN walking away from its $550 million annual deal after 2025, MLB is leveraging its centralized streaming infrastructure to attract potential partners…

ESPN has opted out of its final three years of its MLB media-rights deal but is maintaining full production efforts through the current contract. While ESPN remains open to a new rights agreement, MLB is already exploring replacements for the…

Playback raised $22 million to build a livestreaming platform focused on creator-led sports content, backed by Seven Seven Six, Khosla Ventures, and NBA Investments. The startup has deals with NBA League Pass and MLB.tv that allow creators to legally stream…

Major League Baseball has expanded its DTC streaming availability, with 26 of 30 teams now offering in-market streaming options. New additions include teams broadcast by NBC Sports regional nets and SportsNet LA, with subscription prices ranging from $19.99 to $29.99…

ESPN reportedly sought to cut its annual MLB rights payments from $550 million to just $200 million before opting out of its contract. The network’s valuation of its MLB package— which includes Sunday Night Baseball, the Home Run Derby, and…

FanDuel Sports Network is now available on Prime Video, giving sports fans in 31 states a new way to stream local NBA, NHL, and MLB games for $19.99 per month. With cable companies scaling back RSN coverage, this deal helps…

MLB and ESPN will end their TV deal after 2025, with MLB seeking new partners, including streamers like Amazon and Netflix. The move highlights a broader shift in sports media as leagues prioritize visibility and flexibility over traditional long-term TV…

SNY has launched a direct-to-consumer streaming service for New York Mets games, becoming the first third-party RSN to offer in-market streaming through the MLB App. The service costs $24.99/month or $124.99 for the season and includes MLB’s advanced streaming features.…

Major League Baseball (MLB) is warning that it may walk away from ESPN if the network opts out of their national TV deal next month. ESPN, which pays MLB $550 million per season, is expected to exercise the opt-out clause,…

The Texas Rangers have partnered with Victory+ for exclusive streaming rights starting in the 2025 season, offering fans a $100 annual subscription for all regular-season and select Spring Training games. This move reflects the broader industry shift from the RSN…