Overview
- All 25 games will stream on the ESPN app and Disney+ for Unlimited subscribers, with six airing on ESPN, nine on ESPN2, and a June 28 ABC showcase from Autzen Stadium.
- The slate begins Feb. 28 and includes appearances at marquee venues such as Yankee Stadium, Wrigley Field, Great American Ball Park and Autzen Stadium.
- The Bananas will retain creative control by producing every broadcast in-house after investing about $13 million in their production operation.
- Disney tie-ins include Savannah Bananas Day at Disneyland on March 26 alongside a game at Angel Stadium and Banana Ball Day at Walt Disney World on May 29 with games at ESPN Wide World of Sports.
- The expanded deal follows rising viewership and the launch of a six-team Banana Ball Championship League featuring the Bananas, Party Animals, Firefighters, Texas Tailgaters, Loco Beach Coconuts and Indianapolis Clowns.