Apple near deal for MLB Sunday Night Baseball rights

Apple is close to securing MLB Sunday Night Baseball and Wild Card rights, expanding its sports streaming lineup on Apple TV+.
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Apple near deal for MLB Sunday Night Baseball rights
Apple reportedly in final talks for MLB Sunday Night Baseball rights Apple is reportedly close to securing the broadcasting rights for Sunday Night Baseball and potentially the MLB Wild Card games, marking a significant move in its growing sports streaming strategy. With ESPN stepping away from its long-standing deal, Apple and NBC are now considered the leading contenders to acquire these high-profile Major League Baseball rights. If finalized, the agreement could see Apple TV+ expand its baseball coverage beyond the current Friday Night Baseball package, giving subscribers more live games and strengthening Apple’s position in the sports streaming market. Image : Google Apple’s potential Sunday Night Baseball deal The rights to Sunday Night Baseball have been one of the most coveted packages in sports broadcasting. For years, ESPN held these rights under a multi-year contract that was set to run through 2028. However, both ESPN and MLB opted out earlier this year, ending the deal after …