Part 6/7:
Uncertainty Remains for Team Valuation
Despite this optimism about new broadcasting opportunities, the Nationals are still grappling with a challenging market valuation, as potential buyers are now acutely aware that the revenue previously assumed does not necessarily exist. This reality places pressure on the Lerner family's expectations surrounding the team's sale price.
Additionally, Ted Leonsis, owner of several prominent D.C. sports franchises, including the Capitals and the Wizards, has signaled interest in acquiring the Nationals. With his ownership of the Monumental Sports Network potentially acting as a new home for Nationals games in 2026, the alignment could prove transformative for both organizations.