The Detroit Tigers have officially decided to part ways with the FanDuel Sports Network and its parent company, Main Street Sports Group. According to a report by Tom Friend from Sports Business Journal, the Tigers are among nine teams ending their relationships with Main Street, signaling a significant shift in their broadcast strategy.
The team is expected to transition to MLB Media, with plans to collaborate with a local distributor for the airing of games. In pleasing news for fans, Jason Benetti will continue to serve as the play-by-play announcer for Detroit Tigers games, having been officially employed by the team following his recent hiring.
FanDuel Sports Network, which also broadcasts games for the Detroit Pistons and Detroit Red Wings, is currently maintaining its NBA and NHL broadcasts. A statement from Main Street emphasized their ongoing discussions with the leagues regarding future plans, expressing gratitude for the relationships forged over the years with MLB partners and their fans.
Last month marked the termination of agreements between the Tigers and eight other teams with FanDuel, although there had been potential for new negotiations. However, the latest reports indicate that those discussions will not advance.
Main Street, which previously operated as Diamond Sports Group, rebranded after emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2025, with FanDuel acquiring naming rights. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred reassured fans last month, stating that the games will continue to be available to viewers, regardless of the platform – whether through Main Street, a third-party service, or MLB Media.
Additionally, there is speculation that MLB Media could start producing broadcasts for the Detroit Red Wings as well, given that both the Tigers and Red Wings share ownership under Ilitch Sports & Entertainment.
In related developments, the St. Louis Cardinals have also announced their move to MLB Media, offering fans a Cardinals.TV streaming subscription for the season. This could pave the way for similar options for Tigers fans in the future, alongside ongoing broadcasts from other teams produced by MLB Media, including the Arizona Diamondbacks, Cleveland Guardians, and others.
Overall, this transition opens up new opportunities for the Tigers and their fans, with the potential for innovative broadcasting options that could enhance the viewing experience.