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Nine MLB Teams Cancel FanDuel Broadcast Deals — League Steps In

January 9, 2026

In a major baseball business development today, nine Major League Baseball clubs have terminated their local broadcast agreements with FanDuel Sports Network after the network failed to make its December payment to the St. Louis Cardinals. The affected teams include the Cardinals, Braves, Reds, Tigers, Royals, Angels, Marlins, Brewers and Rays.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred stated that the league is prepared to produce and distribute these games itself to ensure continued fan access, underlining MLB’s commitment to local telecasts.

What’s Happening Now

  • Teams could still renegotiate with Main Street Sports Group (formerly Diamond Sports) but are exploring other broadcast partnerships.

  • Manfred emphasized the importance of local media deals — which account for a significant portion of team revenue — but confirmed MLB will not offer direct financial aid this offseason.

Why It Matters

This represents one of the most significant mid-offseason media shakeups in recent MLB history. With the early 2026 season still months away, these changes could reshape how fans watch baseball in several key markets.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred addresses media after nine clubs canceled FanDuel Sports Network broadcast deal