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MLB's Media Rights Restructure Sparks 2027 Lockout Fears

3/26/2026

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Major League Baseball (MLB)'s collective bargaining agreement with players expires after the 2026 season.
Analysts predict a likely lockout that could cost games in 2027.
Teams are restructuring media rights.
Several teams are launching new channels as they restructure media rights.
Commissioner Rob Manfred of Major League Baseball aims to consolidate rights for all teams by 2028, potentially transforming MLB's media landscape.

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Major League Baseball (MLB)'s collective bargaining agreement with players expires after the 2026 season.
Analysts predict a likely lockout that could cost games in 2027.
Teams are restructuring media rights.
Several teams are launching new channels as they restructure media rights.
Commissioner Rob Manfred of Major League Baseball aims to consolidate rights for all teams by 2028, potentially transforming MLB's media landscape.