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Mariners End ROOT Sports Broadcasts; MLB Takes Over

9/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Seattle Mariners will end ROOT Sports Northwest broadcasts after the final game against the Dodgers on September 28, 2025.
Major League Baseball (MLB) will take over all future game broadcasts starting in 2026, promising new features for viewers.
Over 25 ROOT Sports staff will be laid off, with the final employment date set for November 3.

History

Historical Context

In 1990, Major League Baseball launched the Baseball Network, partnering with NBC and ABC to enhance game broadcasts. This shift mirrored trends in sports media, notably the NFL's 2011 deal for direct media rights. The Seattle Mariners' transition to MLB-controlled broadcasts in 2026 exemplifies this ongoing evolution, potentially reshaping local broadcasting and viewer engagement significantly.

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Story summary

The Seattle Mariners will end ROOT Sports Northwest broadcasts after the final game against the Dodgers on September 28, 2025.
Major League Baseball (MLB) will take over all future game broadcasts starting in 2026, promising new features for viewers.
Over 25 ROOT Sports staff will be laid off, with the final employment date set for November 3.

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