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Story summary
- The 2026 Major League Baseball season is crucial as viewership rebounds post-pandemic.
- The 2025 World Series was the most-watched since 1992, driven by Shohei Ohtani.
- Opening Day features only one game on Wednesday and delays for Rockies and Marlins until Friday.
- Critics say the schedule alienates fans and risks dampening engagement during a pivotal season amid looming labor disputes.
