Braves, 8 other MLB teams cancel FanDuel Sports Network contracts: reports
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Key Points:
- The Atlanta Braves and eight other MLB teams have terminated their contracts with FanDuel Sports Network due to financial issues faced by Main Street Sports Group, the network's owner.
- Main Street Sports Group reportedly failed to pay the St. Louis Cardinals in December, prompting concerns about the network's financial stability.
- MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred stated the league is prepared to produce and broadcast games if necessary, ensuring fans will continue to have access to live games.
- This situation follows similar issues with Bally Sports Network, which filed for bankruptcy in 2024 and ended contracts with 11 MLB teams before being sold and rebranded as FanDuel Sports Network.
- Main Street Sports Group is also negotiating payments with NBA and NHL partners
