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Gray Media Extends Partnership with Kansas City Royals for 2026
Free Over-the-Air Games Return to Midwest, Including Historic Home Opener Broadcast ATLANTA, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Media is excited to announce the continuation and expansion of Gray’s partnership with the Kansas City Royals for the 2026 baseball season. This broadcast partnership will bring select Royals games to fans for free in up to 18 markets covering 8 states while also highlighting the team's significant community outreach and impact initiatives. This second year of the s
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