Sports
News and analysis of sports media rights holders, leagues, franchises and teams/clubs.
DirecTV exec warns ESPN blackout could affect football season
Bars, restaurants and hotels with DirecTV for Business service may not be able to offer "Monday Night Football" from ESPN.
DirecTV’s dispute with Disney feels different because it is different
For years, carriage disputes have centered around fees paid by cable and satellite companies to programmers. Now, distributors are redrawing the battle lines.
Scripps Sports to debut Big Sky Conference football recap show
"This Week in Big Sky Football" will air on some Scripps-owned stations and stream via YouTube.
Sports fans open to streaming, but still favor broadcast TV
Sports fans say broadcast TV networks typically do a better job producing and distributing sports coverage, though they're increasingly excited about the prospect of streaming video platforms.
Gotham Sports App to launch with MSG Networks, Yes Network
The joint venture launched by MSG Networks and the YES Network earlier this year is debuting a new app that will unify the standalone streaming products of both media operations.
ESPN moves forward with aggregate sports discovery feature
"Where to Watch" informs fans of the channels and services where their favorite teams or events are offered.
George Kittle ditches trademark locks for DirecTV
As part of an ongoing promotion, fans have the opportunity to win a custom-made football helmet signed by the 49ers tight end.
NFL owners approve plan to bring private equity into ownership mix
The plan stands to benefit most NFL teams, which can sell as much as 10 percent ownership to pre-approved private equity firms.
Anaheim Ducks to distribute games on free broadcast, streaming TV
The Anaheim Ducks are leaving Bally Sports West and will offer their regular-season games through free broadcast and streaming TV in Los Angeles.
Fubo CEO said company would go bankrupt if Venu Sports launched
The sports-focused streaming service projected revenue losses of as much as $95 million and the possibility of being delisted from the NYSE by the end of the year.
ESPN promotes two executives, warns of impending layoffs
ESPN has promoted two executives to more senior roles as part of a broader internal restructuring at the sports network.
NBA seeks dismissal of WBD’s lawsuit over telecast rights
The professional basketball league says WBD's offer was not substantially the same as one made by Amazon for games on Prime Video.