MLB Salary Cap Incoming? TV Rights Shakeup & Revenue Revolution ExplainedIn this insightful clip of our MLB podcast “Big League Buzz,” we dive into why Major League Baseball (MLB) lacks a salary cap like the NFL and how that’s all tied to its locally driven revenue model. Discover the massive disparities between big-market teams like the Dodgers and smaller ones like the Marlins, and how the NFL’s nationalized approach lets markets like Pittsburgh and Green Bay compete fiercely.
Commissioner Rob Manfred’s vision for reworking TV deals in 2028 could nationalize media revenue, paving the way for fairer competition, potential salary caps, and a game-changing shift in baseball economics.
Key Topics Covered:
Local vs. National Revenue Models in Sports
Why Small-Market Teams Struggle in MLB
NFL’s Success Formula: Equal Revenue Sharing
MLB’s 2028 TV Rights Overhaul & Future Implications
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