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MLB TV rights deal, explained: How MLB's new deal with ESPN, NBC changes the sport

The biggest knock for MLB fans is how the league chooses to deliver its product. MLB's blackout restrictions are among the worst in sports, as you can be several states away from a team and still be blacked out from their games.

However, there is hope on the horizon. Major League Baseball, ESPN, and NBC have entered into a new media rights deal. While the exact semantics and details still need to be worked out, this represents a significant step in the right direction toward making baseball more accessible to fans across the country.

Here's more on the new media rights deal between MLB, ESPN, and NBC.

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