The league is nearing new media rights agreements for 2026-28 with broadcasters such as NBCUniversal, Netflix, Apple TV, and ESPN, with ongoing negotiations to finalize terms, including renewed deals for Sunday Night Baseball and playoff coverage.

While the Yankees-Blue Jays series remains a top contender in the American League East, the league has indicated that future international series or postseason matchups could feature these teams, but not in London next year.

Major League Baseball has canceled plans to hold two games in London in 2026 due to scheduling conflicts with West Ham's Olympic Stadium and broadcast limitations caused by the FIFA World Cup, but the league remains optimistic about returning to London as early as 2027.

MLB has expanded its international efforts in Asia, especially in Japan and Korea, leveraging star players like Shohei Ohtani, with multiple opening season games in Tokyo and Seoul, aiming to boost international revenue and media interest.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred continues to emphasize the importance of expanding into Europe, citing ongoing efforts to improve stadium facilities and grow the European market.

The league has previously hosted games in London, including matchups between the Yankees and Red Sox in 2019, with subsequent series in 2023 and 2024, though the 2020 series was canceled due to the pandemic.

Looking ahead, MLB predicts a shift in media rights packaging starting in 2029, with a focus on increasing national broadcasts and balancing local rights to maximize revenue, including more games on fewer channels and expanding key broadcasts like Sunday Night Baseball.

The league aims to enhance national TV coverage by increasing the number of games on major networks, emphasizing the importance of Sunday night games and national packages beginning in 2029.

MLB is actively developing grassroots initiatives in India and Mexico, with upcoming games scheduled in Mexico City in April 2025, and is working to strengthen relationships with local leagues to grow its international presence.