MLB looking to retain broadcasting rights for 17 Bally Sports and Warner Discovery teams.

[HustlinOwl_MLBTS]

https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/35760866/mlb-sets-local-media-group-broadcast-17-teams

MLB wake-up end blackouts and stream via an app

[SaveFarris_PSN]

Only the beginning of the upcoming sports recession.

Fewer broadcasters/Lower ratings = smaller rights fees.
Smaller Rights Fees = smaller player contracts.
Smaller Player Contracts = work stoppages.
Work stoppages = lower ratings and are beginning to see the vicious cycle?

I love MLB and hope there's a way to turn things around but I'm not entirely optimistic.