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MLB Considers Bold Subscription Service to Boost Fan Engagement

7/15/2025

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Major League Baseball (MLB) is at a crossroads, grappling with complex media rights and frustrating local blackouts that hinder fan access. While ratings are on the rise, the league is exploring a bold plan: a subscription service for weekday games and streamlined national broadcasts on weekends, hoping to enhance fan engagement and boost revenue by 2029.

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Story summary

Major League Baseball (MLB) is at a crossroads, grappling with complex media rights and frustrating local blackouts that hinder fan access. While ratings are on the rise, the league is exploring a bold plan: a subscription service for weekday games and streamlined national broadcasts on weekends, hoping to enhance fan engagement and boost revenue by 2029.