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Potential suitors for MLB’s future rights might include NBC and Peacock. Yet, given the existing deals in place and concerns over high pricing, options appear limited. This is exacerbated by MLB's previous decisions to strike discounted streaming agreements with Apple and Roku, reducing the perceived value of their media rights.
Market Potential and Future Challenges
Despite the challenges, it’s essential to recognize the narrative MLB aims to create. Many in the media report a mutual decision to part ways as a positive development for baseball, attributing the split to ESPN's lack of commitment. However, the reality is more complicated. ESPN’s desire to pay less or dilute its deal speaks volumes about the market dynamics at play.