MGM Resorts has ‘strengthened’ its commitment to US baseball as it put pen to paper on a multi-year deal with MLB Players Inc, giving the group branding and marketing rights to the players’ association’s business division.
Becoming an Official Partner of MLB Players, MGM will gain access to the association’s group rights across its print and digital marketing material and sweepstakes in the US, China and Japan.
Furthermore, the gambling group will become a participating partner of MLB Players’ Players House hospitality space at the annual ‘All-Star game, whilst also becoming an ‘official offseason destination’ of MLB PLayers that provides MLB Players’ benefits for staying at MGM properties.
Lance Evans, SVP of Sports & Sponsorships, MGM Resorts, remarked: “This new partnership strengthens our commitment to the sport of baseball in the US. and around the globe.
“We welcome the opportunity to host MLB Players at our world-class resorts and create unique player experiences for our valued MGM Rewards members.”
Meanwhile, the partnership ensures that MGM Properties serve as the host locations for several MLB player-related events, on top of the annual All-Star game.
“As a leader in the gaming and hospitality industry, MGM Resorts is an ideal business partner for us. This collaboration reinforces the importance of leveraging Players to facilitate marketing initiatives,” added Xavier D. James, Chief Operating Officer of the Major League Baseball Players Association.
“We look forward to growing this valuable and strategic relationship in the years ahead.”
Finally, MLB Players will enter individual ambassador agreements to promote MGM Resorts through appearances at properties, social media posts, signed memorabilia and advertisements.
“This agreement puts Major League Baseball Players in partnership with a company that is synonymous with best-in-class hotels and entertainment,” concluded Evan Kaplan, Managing Director of MLB Players, Inc.
“MGM Resorts’ global presence will also help strengthen the allegiance between baseball’s international fan base and our players.”
