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ESPN Takes Over MLB.TV Sales as MLB Launches Local Streaming for Most Teams

The shift follows a short‑term media‑rights reset prompted by RSN turmoil.

Overview

  • MLB.TV is now sold and streamed through ESPN, with pricing at $149.99 per season for non‑ESPN Unlimited buyers, $134.99 for current Unlimited subscribers, or $29.99 per month.
  • New MLB.TV purchases on ESPN include a one‑month ESPN Unlimited trial that auto‑renews unless canceled, while existing MLB.TV auto‑renewals remain on MLB billing and continue to work in the MLB App without needing Unlimited.
  • MLB opened blackout‑free, in‑market streaming for 20 clubs on Tuesday, with 21 teams slated to be available once Detroit begins sales.
  • For 14 clubs whose local broadcasts are now produced by MLB, in‑market streaming costs $99.99 per season or $19.99 per month in the MLB App, with a bundle that adds out‑of‑market MLB.TV for $199.99 per season or $39.99 per month.
  • Seven teams selling in‑market access via RSN partnerships (including the Dodgers, Mets, Phillies, Orioles, Athletics and Giants) have market‑specific pricing, and teams like the Angels and Brewers launched branded offerings such as Angels.TV and Brewers.TV at $99.99 for the season.