MLB's 2025 ratings resurgence
Summary
Viewership for the 2025 World Series reached over 14 million, making it the most-watched baseball finale since 2017. The high ratings come as MLB is working on new media deals lasting through 2028.Key Facts
- Over 25 million people watched the final game of the 2025 World Series.
- This year's World Series had the highest viewership since 2017.
- MLB's viewership is rising partly due to rule changes making games faster.
- The Toronto Blue Jays' participation boosted Canadian viewership.
- Japanese baseball stars on the Dodgers increased viewership in Japan.
- The 2025 MLB postseason was the most-watched in the U.S. since 2017.
- MLB and ESPN ended their 35-year TV partnership, citing unacceptable fees.
- MLB is negotiating new distribution deals with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix.
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