Schedules had been formalized, the annual player draft had been established, and franchises were selling for upwards of $10,000.

The Donkey Kong character is highly recognizable and very popular; the franchise has sold over 40 million units worldwide.

Considering what the franchise sold for, what's $22 million?

Minor League Baseball does not discuss team sale values, but it is generally understood that most franchises today sell for at least $3 million.

Five years ago, new and existing franchises were selling for about $500,000.

As of May 2011, the franchise has sold more than 150 million copies worldwide, and is also the best-selling PC franchise in history.

Herman's franchises will sell for around $15,000, and franchisees will pay for the van leases, at $400 to $900 a month.

As of the conclusion of the 2008 Spinners season, the franchise had sold out the past 346 games dating back to prior decade.

I think we've finally figured out why the franchise sells so well in Japan.

Some fans claimed they would cancel their season tickets, wondering aloud if the franchise had sold its soul for a shot at a championship.