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MLB is resurging and prompting a debate over whether it’s America’s No. 2 league to the NBA, with polls and some viewership metrics suggesting MLB is closing the gap on the NBA, but the NBA still dominates social media reach, global growth, and mega media-rights deals, keeping it ahead in long‑term value and profitability.
Forbes has released its annual MLB franchise value estimations, with all 30 clubs valued at $1 billion or more. The New York Yankees top the list with a value of $7.1 billion, followed by the Los Angeles Dodgers at $4.8 billion. The average team value is up 12% this year, with revenue reaching an all-time high of $10.3 billion during the 2022 season. Despite concerns about the viability of the regional sports network model, MLB franchises continue to increase in value.