Forbes list of the most valuable MLB teams

Forbes compiles the finances of all 30 MLB teams to produce an annual ranking of the best franchises in terms of valuation.

The valuations are composed of the monetary worth of the sport, market, stadium deals, and brand.

[1] These areas are supported by applying financial metrics such as debt and operating income to each one.

[2] The latest ranking reported that the New York Yankees is the most valuable MLB franchise.

[4] Several media outlets have referenced in related news or conducts analytic journalism when the ranking comes out, such as USA Today and Yahoo!.