MLSE, also known as Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership, is a privately owned entity headquartered in Canada. Founded in 1998, the company employs approximately 2420 individuals. Its main product is broadcast television and radio, functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer. The company operates as a provider of sports and entertainment experiences, serving as the parent company of the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL), Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBAGL), TFC II (USL), and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

Revenue

Founded

1998

Headcount

3,033

Headquarters

Canada

Primary Segment

Spectator Sports

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

On July 8, 2026, Rogers Communications secured 100% control of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE), which owns the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, soccer teams, and various sporting venues. Legal firm Davies Goodmans advised on the transaction. Previously, on July 7, Rogers announced it signed an agreement to buy the remaining 25% ownership stake in MLSE from Kilmer Sports for C$4.35 billion, thereby increasing its ownership to 100%. This acquisition is part of Rogers' broader strategy to consolidate its sports assets, with intentions to sell a minority stake in its combined sports media and entertainment holdings next year. Earlier, on July 6, Rogers Communications Inc. first announced the deal to acquire the 25% stake from Kilmer Sports Inc. for C$4.35 billion, a move Rogers chief executive Tony Staffieri characterized as a "defining moment" for the company.

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