Forbes has published it’s annual list of major league franchise values for 2021, and the numbers show that the sport is still thriving, financially. The Detroit Tigers franchise value increased from $1.25 billion to $1.4 billion, an 11 percent jump over the previous estimate. The club made a record $31 million in operating revenue, according to the report.
In fact, every MLB franchise increased in value, with the exception of the Miami Marlins, who remained flat, and the Baltimore Orioles, who managed an operating profit of $83 million despite a four percent drop in value.