SHOCK: Major League Baseball’s New TV Deal Leaves Fans Searching For Games

<p>Major League Baseball shakes up the broadcast world with a labyrinthine new TV rights deal—will fans be able to find their favorite games easily, or is a viewing scavenger hunt inevitable? </p><p>Shohei Ohtani’s soaring stardom drives ratings to record heights, as platforms like Netflix, NBC, ESPN, Fox, and Apple TV all vie for a piece of the action. Opening Day, Home Run Derby, and postseason matchups face new broadcast homes, sparking confusion and excitement. NBC reclaims Sunday Night Baseball, while ESPN eyes a revival through local sports market dominance—could this mean fewer blackouts and broader access? </p><p>Sully weighs the pros and cons of the three-year deal, questions Rob Manfred’s leadership, and argues for a single, centralized streaming solution to unlock MLB’s true growth. Comparisons to Marvel and Lord of the Rings reveal how community, simplicity, and rabid fan engagement could transform baseball’s popularity. </p><p>Will MLB find the right media partner and fina...