Rogers completes C$4.35 billion buyout of remaining MLSE stake

• Rogers completed its purchase of the remaining 25% stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment from Kilmer Sports for C$4.35 billion.
• The deal lifts Rogers’ ownership of MLSE to 100%, adding control of major Toronto sports franchises and key venue assets.
• A new unit, Rogers Sports, will combine MLSE with Rogers’ existing sports and media operations, including the Toronto Blue Jays.
• Keith Pelley stays as MLSE CEO; Mark Shapiro continues to lead the Blue Jays, with Pelley taking added responsibility for Rogers Media.

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