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Interestingly, while ESPN has managed to negotiate deals with more lucrative properties like the NBA, baseball has become increasingly less vital to the network's overall appeal, which mainly hinges on basketball and football.
The Future of MLB Broadcasting
With ESPN's withdrawal, the future of Major League Baseball broadcasting appears uncertain. Available options include other networks like TBS and Fox, but none carry the same extensive mainstream appeal. The lack of a dedicated home increasingly raises questions about baseball’s visibility in upcoming seasons.