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Apple TV+ Launches Thrilling 'Friday Night Baseball' Season!

3/5/2025

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Get ready for baseball excitement as Apple TV+ kicks off the 2025 season of "Friday Night Baseball" on March 28! Fans can enjoy thrilling doubleheaders without blackout restrictions, featuring the Baltimore Orioles facing off against the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Mets taking on the Houston Astros. Catch all the action in 60 countries!

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Historical Context

Apple TV+ begins its 2025 season of "Friday Night Baseball" on March 28, expanding its reach to 60 countries. This follows a trend of digital platforms entering sports broadcasting, reminiscent of the 1984 MLB deal with ABC and NBC that revolutionized televised baseball. As streaming gains prominence, it echoes earlier shifts in media consumption, altering how fans engage with live sports.

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Story summary

Get ready for baseball excitement as Apple TV+ kicks off the 2025 season of "Friday Night Baseball" on March 28! Fans can enjoy thrilling doubleheaders without blackout restrictions, featuring the Baltimore Orioles facing off against the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Mets taking on the Houston Astros. Catch all the action in 60 countries!

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