Overview
- The club said Friday it remains under contract with MASN through February, updating earlier reports that the pact ended December 31.
- Sports Media Watch reports the current agreement’s end date is February 28, after which the team can finalize new distribution plans.
- MLB is prepared to produce and distribute Nationals telecasts if the team joins the league-managed package, with ESPN holding in-market streaming rights for such teams.
- No new TV partner has been announced for 2026, and the team has not confirmed its path beyond the MASN term.
- Potential routes reported include MLB production, a short-term MASN bridge, a move to Monumental Sports’ network, ESPN streaming, or a DAZN/Main Street model, though Main Street recently missed a payment to the Cardinals and DAZN may seek reduced rights fees.