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Soto's Return Thrills Fans Amid ESPN's MLB Uncertainty

5/21/2025

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Juan Soto's much-anticipated return to Yankee Stadium for the Subway Series captivated fans, drawing an impressive 2.5 million viewers for the finale—ESPN's highest-rated Sunday Night Baseball game since 2018. However, this thrilling moment is overshadowed by the looming end of ESPN and MLB's partnership after the 2025 season, leaving fans wondering about the future of baseball broadcasts.

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Story summary

Juan Soto's much-anticipated return to Yankee Stadium for the Subway Series captivated fans, drawing an impressive 2.5 million viewers for the finale—ESPN's highest-rated Sunday Night Baseball game since 2018. However, this thrilling moment is overshadowed by the looming end of ESPN and MLB's partnership after the 2025 season, leaving fans wondering about the future of baseball broadcasts.