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MLB, ESPN Reach ‘Framework Agreement’ For New Broadcast Contract

Major League Baseball and ESPN have had quite the mercurial relationship this year when it comes to the topic of their TV ...
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ESPN, MLB resume conversations over potential new deal - MSN

MLB has been casting about for a new potential partner for ESPN’s package ever since the two sides split in February, and other streamers such as Apple TV+ have been discussed as possibilities.

MLB, ESPN have agreement for network to sell all out-of-market and some in-market games: Sources

Major League Baseball and ESPN have a framework agreement that would give the network the exclusive rights to sell all out-of ...
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MLB, ESPN in Talks for New Broadcasting Contract

ESPN opted out of their current contract three years early after the two sides have been in business together for 35 years. MLB followed suit and also opted out of the deal itself.
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ESPN Opts Out of MLB Contract After 2025 - MSN

By Phillip Swann The TV Answer Man – Follow me on X. ESPN has decided to opt out of its TV contract with Major League Baseball after the 2025 season, forgoing MLB broadcast rights for the 2026 ...

MLB, ESPN reportedly reach agreement for network to obtain rights to sell out-of-market games, ability to offer MLB.TV

In addition to that, ESPN would also obtain the rights to every out-of-network MLB game. That's essentially what MLB.TV ...
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Column: Breakup of ESPN and MLB is a shock to the system

The ending of baseball’s partnership with ESPN, like most broken marriages, has gotten ugly. Instead of whining, MLB should say thanks for promoting the game for 35 years.
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ESPN, MLB Mutually Agree to Opt Out of Broadcasting Deal After ... - MSN

ESPN said it was exercising "discipline and fiscal responsibility" with the decision, and said it remains "open to exploring new ways to serve MLB fans across our platforms beyond 2025." The ...