MLB Commissioner says league is prepared to step in to broadcast games — and maybe even end blackouts — as Bally Sports heads toward bankruptcy

• MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said the league is prepared to broadcast games itself if necessary.
• A restructuring or termination of the league's broadcast agreements could also end controversial "blackouts."
• Sinclair-owned Diamond missed $140 million in interest payments Wednesday, and is negotiating with creditors.

Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said the league is prepared to handle the looming bankruptcy of Diamond Sports Group, the parent company of several channels that air MLB regular season games.