Atlanta Braves Launch Exclusive BravesVision TV Network

Team takes control of broadcasting, cutting ties with FanDuel Sports Network

Apr. 11, 2026 at 5:37am

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An abstract, expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors, with dynamic brushstrokes capturing the energy and motion of a baseball game, players' forms dissolving into colorful splatters.The launch of BravesVision signals the Atlanta Braves' bold move to take control of their broadcasting and connect more directly with fans through a multimedia platform.Kansas City Today

The Atlanta Braves are shaking up sports broadcasting by launching their own exclusive multimedia platform, BravesVision, starting in the 2026 season. The team is bypassing traditional TV networks to deliver over 140 regular-season games and additional content directly to fans across cable, over-the-air, and streaming options.

Why it matters

This move by the Braves represents a broader trend in professional sports where teams are taking more control over how their games are broadcast, cutting out middlemen networks. It could set a precedent for other teams to follow, but also risks alienating fans used to the simplicity of traditional TV viewing.

The details

BravesVision will produce and distribute all Braves games, pre- and post-game shows, and other team-focused content. Fans will be able to access games through cable/satellite providers, a partnership with Gray Media for over-the-air broadcasts, and direct streaming on the Braves.TV platform. The team is betting this will allow them to better connect with their fanbase, though the move away from FanDuel Sports Network could face some backlash.

  • The Atlanta Braves will launch BravesVision in the 2026 MLB season.
  • The Braves cut ties with FanDuel Sports Network earlier this year.

The players

Atlanta Braves

A professional baseball team and member of the National League East division of Major League Baseball.

Derek Schiller

President and CEO of the Atlanta Braves, who is leading the team's effort to launch the BravesVision platform.

Gray Media

A media company that is partnering with the Braves to bring select games to local over-the-air television stations in the Southeast region.

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What they’re saying

“Generations of Braves fans grew up watching games on a network tied to the team. With BravesVision, we're not just broadcasting games—we're reimagining how we tell the story of Braves baseball across all platforms.”

— Derek Schiller, President and CEO, Atlanta Braves

What’s next

The Braves will finalize distribution deals with cable and satellite providers ahead of the 2026 season launch of BravesVision. The team will also continue to promote the new platform to fans and work on expanding its content offerings beyond just game broadcasts.

The takeaway

The Atlanta Braves' launch of BravesVision represents a bold move by a professional sports team to take more control over how their games are broadcast and distributed to fans. While it could set a new precedent, the team's success will depend on whether fans embrace the change or long for the familiarity of traditional TV networks.