Rogers Communications Acquires Remaining 25% Stake in MLSE
July 7, 2026
Rogers Communications agreed to acquire the remaining 25% stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) from Kilmer Sports Inc. for C$4.35 billion, taking its ownership to 100%. The transaction was completed on October 1, 2026, bringing MLSE’s sports teams and entertainment assets fully under Rogers’ ownership.
- Buyers
- Rogers Communications Inc.
- Targets
- Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)
- Sellers
- Kilmer Sports Inc.
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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