Sports
News and analysis of sports media rights holders, leagues, franchises and teams/clubs.
NBC, IOC agree to expanded Olympics deal through 2036
Comcast's NBC Universal will continue to offer Olympic events through at least 2036, the company announced on Thursday.
Parks: Most fans keep sports streaming subscriptions active during off-season
As more sports moves to streaming, fans are growing comfortable — and satisfied — with the available options to watch their favorite teams.
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Audi makes DAZN streaming service available in cars
Audi is rolling out an update to its infotainment system that will allow certain car owners to stream live sports from DAZN.
Gray Media to make Atlanta Braves games available in Spanish
Gray Media is expanding on its partnership with the Atlanta Braves baseball team by making two spring training games available in Spanish.
Big Sky Conference renews deal with Scripps Sports
The production and distribution pact runs through the 2029-2030 academic year.
Gray Media to broadcast St. Louis Cardinals games
Gray Media is partnering with Major League Baseball (MLB) to bring a handful of St. Louis Cardinals games to free broadcast TV this season.
Stephen A. Smith works himself into $100 million ESPN contract
The newspaper columnist-turned-sports media analyst will continue to appear on Disney's sports channel — and many other places.
Hub: Streaming surpasses cable as sports platform of choice
More sports fans say they're willing to buy an SVOD service to watch live games, displacing broadcast and cable networks in Hub's annual report.
WBD CEO: We’re better off without live NBA games
After suing to enforce a prior contract, David Zaslav says the company will do just fine without pro basketball.
C15 Studio brings FAST channels to Plex
The company programs channels on behalf of Formula 1, One Championship and Triton Poker, among others.
Scripps Sports reveals plans for NWSL games in 2025
The new season of the National Women's Soccer League will kick off on the E. W. Scripps Company's Ion TV starting later this month.
Fubo readying cheaper “Sports & Broadcasting” package
The plan is expected to cost between $20 and $30 less than Fubo's current base programming package, and include access to major broadcast and sports-inclusive networks.