Detroit Fans to Get Consistent Access to Tigers and Red Wings Games

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Ilitch Sports + Entertainment has entered a partnership with Major League Baseball to provide broadcast support for the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings starting in the 2026 MLB and 2026-27 NHL seasons. The agreement will establish a new platform for fans within the teams' home television territories to access games and other content through cable, satellite, and direct-to-consumer streaming options.

Why it matters

This move aims to provide Detroit sports fans with a consistent and reliable way to watch their beloved Tigers and Red Wings teams, following a period of uncertainty in the regional sports broadcasting industry. The partnership is expected to build on the recent viewership growth for the Tigers and ensure fans can access games across various platforms.

The details

Under the new agreement, Major League Baseball will take over the production and distribution of Detroit Tigers games starting in 2026, including leading broadcast production, negotiating distribution agreements, and operating a direct-to-consumer streaming product. The Tigers' on-air broadcast team is expected to return. For the Red Wings, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment will assume broadcast production duties, with Major League Baseball assisting with the process. Red Wings coverage is expected to continue on FanDuel Sports Network through the end of the 2025-26 season.

• The partnership will begin with the 2026 MLB season and the 2026-27 NHL season.
• The Red Wings will transition into the partnership following the conclusion of the 2025-26 NHL season.

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What’s next

Additional details regarding the 2026-27 Red Wings season will be announced when they become available.