NEW YORK, NY — Major League Baseball, in a bold move to 'enhance fan engagement and monetize every molecule of athletic endeavor,' has unveiled its revolutionary 'Pay-Per-Glance' (PPG) streaming model, set to launch in 2026. The announcement comes on the heels of the Los Angeles Dodgers' schedule revealing three exclusive Apple TV games in the first half of the season, a harbinger of the league's new financial frontier.

Under the PPG system, viewers will be billed based on the duration they watch, with dynamic pricing algorithms adjusting rates in real-time. 'Why should a fan watching a blowout in the 7th inning pay the same as someone glued to a bases-loaded, bottom-of-the-9th scenario?' asked MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, speaking from a hologram-enabled press conference. 'This is about fairness, about value, about giving our customers the granular control they crave over their entertainment budget.'

Sources within the league confirm that star players like Shohei Ohtani will command a premium rate, with every swing of the bat costing significantly more than, say, a routine pop-up from a utility infielder. Pitches thrown by ace pitchers will also be priced higher, especially those registering above 95 mph. 'We’re exploring 'Emotional Surge Pricing' for walk-off home runs and no-hit bids,' added Dr. Evelyn Price, head of MLB's newly formed 'Fan Monetization & Eyeball Tracking' division. 'The more intense the moment, the more valuable your gaze becomes.'

Early projections suggest that watching a full nine-inning game could cost anywhere from $75 to $300, depending on the teams, players, and dramatic intensity. Fans will be able to set daily spending limits, with an option to purchase 'Impulse Bundles' during extra innings. The league promises a 'seamless, intuitive experience,' though it remains unclear how fans will react to their screens blurring out mid-play once their viewing budget is exhausted.