00:00Netflix hits a home run. MLB moves to streaming.
00:04For the first time, the MLB season won't open on ESPN, Fox, or ABC.
00:09It'll stream on Netflix.
00:11This marks the start of a three-year deal that could reshape how fans watch America's pastime.
00:16On March 25, 2026, Giants vs. Yankees will stream on Netflix, not a traditional sports channel.
00:24The shift isn't for fans' convenience.
00:26It's a strategic move, with MLB potentially earning $250 million per season through deals with Netflix and Peacock.
00:34ESPN exits after 2025, with Netflix taking its place.
00:39Opening day will stream behind a paywall, and Netflix may also air marquee events like the Field of Dreams game and Home Run Derby.
00:46Fans will need a Netflix subscription, $7.99 to $24.99 monthly, to watch these exclusive games which won't appear on cable.
00:56While some may miss traditional broadcasts, sports leagues now compete with all-screen entertainment, making streaming platforms the new ballparks.
01:04This move signals MLB's commitment to the digital era.
01:08With younger fans abandoning cable, the league aims to meet audiences online and on demand.
01:13After testing with Apple TV+, Netflix, with its global reach and massive subscriber base, becomes the league's primary streaming partner.
01:22In 2026, MLB games will stream directly to living rooms, dorms, and commutes, instead of traditional TVs.
01:30The future of baseball is digital and on demand, and it's kicking off with a major move by Netflix.
01:35The future of baseball is digital and on demand.
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