SEATTLE — In a significant shift for fans and broadcasters alike, the Seattle Mariners have announced that ROOT Sports will cease its coverage of their games following the 2025 season. Starting in 2026, Major League Baseball (MLB) will assume responsibility for the telecasts and streaming of Mariners games.
The upcoming Sunday game against the Los Angeles Dodgers marks the final time Mariners games will be aired on the regional sports network. However, fans will still have access to the games through their existing cable subscriptions. Both the Mariners and MLB have promised to release detailed information on the new broadcasting arrangements well before the onset of the 2026 season.
This transition marks the end of an era for ROOT Sports and its Seattle-based employees. Approximately 25 of them will conclude their association with the network on November 3, according to The Seattle Times.
While this change may bring uncertainty for some, it also opens up the opportunity for MLB to potentially broaden the reach and accessibility of Mariners games through new media platforms and technologies, attracting a diverse fan base both locally and nationally. The community eagerly awaits further updates on how MLB will enhance the viewing experience for Mariners supporters.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.